'Speaking in tongues'. Paradoxical fixation on a non-native language following anaesthesia.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
An intriguing case of transient language disturbance following anaesthesia is described which may throw some light on the way languages are stored in the brain. A review of the existing literature and its relevance to this unique case is discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Anesthesia, General
- Hypoglycemia
- Language Disorders
- Multilingualism