Anaesthetic hazards of the 'passion gap'. A case report |
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| Authors: | R W Allen J V Gasson J C Vivian |
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| Institution: | Department of Anaesthetics, University of Cape Town. |
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| Abstract: | Dental abnormalities cause problems for both dentist and anaesthetist. The anaesthetic hazards associated with the 'passion gap'--a term used in the western Cape Province for removal of the top four incisor teeth, a practice widespread among members of the Cape Coloured community--are discussed. Recommendations are made to assist the anaesthetist when dealing with such a patient. |
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