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gabapentin and Macroglossia

gabapentin has been researched along with Macroglossia in 1 studies

Gabapentin: A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.
gabapentin : A gamma-amino acid that is cyclohexane substituted at position 1 by aminomethyl and carboxymethyl groups. Used for treatment of neuropathic pain and restless legs syndrome.

Macroglossia: The presence of an excessively large tongue, which may be congenital or may develop as a result of a tumor or edema due to obstruction of lymphatic vessels, or it may occur in association with hyperpituitarism or acromegaly. It also may be associated with malocclusion because of pressure of the tongue on the teeth. (From Jablonski, Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992)

Research Excerpts

ExcerptRelevanceReference
"Macroglossia has been reported in patients undergoing posterior fossa neurosurgical procedures and is thought to be as a result of venous engorgement from intubation or mechanical positioning during these prolonged procedures."1.40Macroglossia associated with brainstem injury. ( Ardelt, A; Cueva, W; Frank, J; Goldenberg, F; Iwuchukwu, I; Reshi, R, 2014)

Research

Studies (1)

TimeframeStudies, this research(%)All Research%
pre-19900 (0.00)18.7374
1990's0 (0.00)18.2507
2000's0 (0.00)29.6817
2010's1 (100.00)24.3611
2020's0 (0.00)2.80

Authors

AuthorsStudies
Iwuchukwu, I1
Ardelt, A1
Cueva, W1
Reshi, R1
Goldenberg, F1
Frank, J1

Other Studies

1 other study available for gabapentin and Macroglossia

ArticleYear
Macroglossia associated with brainstem injury.
    Neurocritical care, 2014, Volume: 20, Issue:1

    Topics: Adolescent; Adrenergic beta-Antagonists; Aged; Amines; Anti-Inflammatory Agents; Brain Injuries; Bra

2014