Angioneurotic Edema triggered by Pericoronitis: Report of a case

An unusual case of recurrent angioneurotic edema triggered, we believe on two occasions, by an acute pericoronitis related to partially erupted mandibular wisdom teeth is presented. Dur­ing the first attack, in addition to massive bilateral facial cellulitis, edema of both hands and feet was seen. Whereas, in the second attack, about six months later, only bilateral facial cellulitis was the presenting feature. The report suggests the possibility of pericoronitis triggering an attack of angioneurotic edema.

Saudi Dental Journal 1992;4(1):21-24.