Macroglossia | Figure 1

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Macroglossia

A 48-year-old male patient with amyloidosis who had to be intubated due to a large macroglossia that obstructed the airway.

Diagnosis: Amyloidosis macroglossia

Case Summary

A 48-year-old male patient with:

• Condition: Amyloidosis
• Intubation due to: Large macroglossia obstructing airway

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• Symptoms:

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• Labs:

  • Blood pressure: 100/70 mmHg
  • Heart rate: 103 per min
  • Temp: 103°F
  • Ferritin: >2000

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