Key Points
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A description of a patient presenting with vCJD to a general dental practitioner.
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vCJD can present with atypical facial symptons such as paraesthesia.
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The case highlights the importance of medical history taking at each visit and the prompt referral of any patients with atypical signs and symptoms.
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This case report describes the initial presentation of variant CJD to a general dental practitioner. The case highlights the importance of prompt referral of patients presenting with a history of atypical facial symptoms.
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Smith, A., Russell, D., Greene, J. et al. Presentation of a case of variant CJD in general dental practice. Br Dent J 197, 75–76 (2004). https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.bdj.4811468
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