glossoptosis

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Noun1.glossoptosis - abnormal downward or back placement of the tongue
descensus, prolapse, prolapsus - the slipping or falling out of place of an organ (as the uterus)
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Pierre Robin sequence (PRS) presents with the association of micrognathia, glossoptosis, and airway obstruction, this condition occurs at birth, and cannot be acquired in later developmental stages.
COMPLICATED PRESENTATION OF PIERRE ROBIN SYNDROME--A CASE REPORT
PRS is a congenital condition characterized by micrognathia, glossoptosis, cleft palate, and laryngeal anomalies (1), and it causes feeding problems and respiratory complications.
Swallowing Therapy for a Case of Congenital Absence of the Epiglottis/Konjenital Epiglottis Yoklugu Olan Vakada Yutma Terapisi
Another differential syndrome is Pierre Robin sequence, that is characterized by glossoptosis and cleft of the secondary palate, which differ from the MNS [14].
Craniofacial and Dental Manifestations of Melnick-Needles Syndrome: Literature Review and Orthodontic Management
In addition, the distance between the patient's mouth and chest wall was reduced by his neck fixed in flexion, making insertion of the LMA more difficult.[sup][3] The child was placed in a semi-reclined position during the induction of anesthesia, which not only decreased the severity of glossoptosis but also facilitated the insertion of the LMA.
Induction of Anesthesia with Dexmedetomidine and Sevoflurane for a Pediatric Difficult Airway
Sagittal NECT (Figure 2) demonstrates glossoptosis (ie, posteroinferior displacement of the tongue, causing obstruction of the oropharynx).
Pierre Robin sequence
Retrognathia and glossoptosis which are the consequences of maxillary hypoplasia and flattened mandibular angle as well as long soft palate which is commonly associated with the disorder are explanations for pharyngeal narrowing and severe snoring in PDO [15].
Clinical and Radiographic Features of Pycnodysostosis with Emphasis on Dentofacial Problems
Pierre-Robin Syndrome (PRS) is a congenital facial abnormality that consists of a cleft palate, small jaw (micrognathia), and retracted tongue (glossoptosis).
Ischiospinal Dysostosis in a Child with Pierre-Robin Syndrome
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