Antihypertensive Drug-induced Orofacial Angioedema: Case Reports

Authors

Daria Vasilyeva DDS, Columbia University Medical CenterFollow
Ashley Houle DDS, MD, Privte Practice
Louis Mandel DDS, Columbia University College of Dental MedicineFollow

Keywords

orofacial angiodema, antihypertensive drug side effects

Abstract

The antihypertensive medications, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers can cause orofacial angioedema (AE). Because the AE can result in serious complications, the dental practitioner must be prepared to make a prompt diagnosis.

Recommended Citation

Vasilyeva, Daria DDS; Houle, Ashley DDS, MD; and Mandel, Louis DDS (2022) "Antihypertensive Drug-induced Orofacial Angioedema: Case Reports," The New York State Dental Journal: Vol. 88: No. 5, Article 5.
Available at: https://commons.ada.org/nysdj/vol88/iss5/5