Persistent lip swelling can be a diagnostic challenge. We report an unusual case of lip edema in the setting of lip surgery 30 years before presentation and because of retained foreign material. This case highlights the importance of accurate historical information and aggressive diagnostic methods in assessing persistent lip swelling.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:ETSU/oai:dc.etsu.edu:etsu-works-18735 |
| Date | 01 June 2008 |
| Creators | Moorman, Jonathan, Patel, Hiren, Bhatia, Lini, McQueen, George |
| Publisher | Digital Commons @ East Tennessee State University |
| Source Sets | East Tennessee State University |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | text |
| Source | ETSU Faculty Works |
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