2015
DOI: 10.4103/0259-1162.150163
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Betel quid, chewing habits and difficult intubation: A case report and critical appraisal of evidence for practice

Abstract: Betel quid is used by 10–20% of world of population. Oral submucus fibrosis (OSF) is a chronic premalignant disease common in South Asian countries where betel quid is chewed. It is characterized by juxtaepithelial fibrosis of oral cavity and limited mouth opening, which can cause difficult intubation. A recent study in Taiwan has revealed long-term betel nut chewing is not predictor of difficult intubation. We describe two cases of OSF and critically analyze this study and its implications for clinical practi… Show more

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“…Preoperative history of betel chewing may be useful to anesthetist in any part of the world. Specific questioning on frequency, duration and use of commercial products like gutkha, must be routinely asked during pre anesthetic assessment in all adults in north east India tribal population 7 .…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Preoperative history of betel chewing may be useful to anesthetist in any part of the world. Specific questioning on frequency, duration and use of commercial products like gutkha, must be routinely asked during pre anesthetic assessment in all adults in north east India tribal population 7 .…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%