Which of the following conditions may be precipitated by stress, local anesthesia or dental anxiety in a susceptible patient during dental procedures?
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Correct answer: Angina, syncope, hyperventilation or seizure
Stress, pain or anxiety along with local anesthesia can trigger a variety of emergencies including asthma exacerbation, angina, syncope or seizures in susceptible individuals.
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