Deep vein thrombosis: A rare complication in oral and maxillofacial surgery: A review of two cases
A 44-year-old man reported to our department with a compliant of restricted mouth opening and burning sensation inside the mouth for 6-month duration with history of areca nut chewing for 4 years. Patient was diagnosed as suffering from oral submucous fibrosis (Grade IV) and treated with release of fibrous bands [] and collagen grafting under GA. Operative time was 105 min. On the fourth post-operative day patient complained of calf muscle pain in the left limb and on examination severe localized calf muscle tenderness was elicited. Color Doppler reveals thrombosis in peroneal vein in left limb and popliteal and femoral veins are free of thrombus. Patient was referred to higher institute and anticoagulant therapy was started.