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  • Title: [Pseudoaneurysm of the lingual artery after tonsillectomy. A rare complication].
    Author: Menauer F, Suckfüll M, Stäbler A, Grevers G.
    Journal: Laryngorhinootologie; 1999 Jul; 78(7):405-7. PubMed ID: 10457525.
    Abstract:
    BACKGROUND: Tonsillectomy is one of the most common surgical procedures in otorhinolaryngology; however, life-threatening complications can occur in rare cases. PATIENTS: We report about a seven-year-old girl who developed a pseudoaneurysm of the lingual artery following elective routine tonsillectomy. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION: Initial ENT examination will reveal a painful cervical mass or unilateral palatal swelling that can easily be misinterpreted as a peritonsillar (or parapharyngeal) abscess. Computed tomography and angiography are indicated to confirm the diagnosis. Bleeding from a pseudoaneurysm of any branch of the external carotid artery represents a serious and life-threatening complication. Surgery is the treatment of choice.
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