Definition of Vincent's angina
1. Noun. An acute communicable infection of the respiratory tract and mouth marked by ulceration of the mucous membrane.
Exact synonyms: Trench Mouth, Vincent's Infection
Generic synonyms: Contagion, Contagious Disease, Angina
Generic synonyms: Contagion, Contagious Disease, Angina
Definition of Vincent's angina
1. Noun. (medicine) (alternative name of acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis) ¹
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Medical Definition of Vincent's angina
1. An ulcerative infection of the oral soft tissues including the tonsils and pharynx caused by fusiform and spirochetal organisms; it is usually associated with necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis and may progress to noma. Death from suffocation or sepsis may occur. (05 Mar 2000)
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