Abstract
ABSTRACT Tongue is the most mobile organ of the body with multiple functions, such as speech, mastication, taste and swallowing. Numerous congenital and developmental disorders of the tongue have been reported in literature. Hypoglossia, also known as microglossia, is one of the rare anomalies. Usually hypoglossia is associated with many other systemic abnormalities but rarely found as an isolated entity. Lack of tongue development leads to decreased mandibular growth. The aim of this article is to report a rare case of isolated hypoglossia and resultant micrognathia. Presence of palatal and faucial pillar abnormalities with hypoglossia which is extremely rare is also highlighted in our report. How to cite this article Shetty S, Anusha RL, Thomas PS, Babu SG. Hypoglossia with Mandibular and Palatal Abnormalities. Int J Phonosurg and Laryngol 2012;2(2):85-87.
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