Anaesthetic Challenges in a Case of Oral Carcinoma With Anticipated Difficult Airway Posted for Tumour Excision and Reconstruction Surgery.

Mandibular surgery, edentulous jaw, denture wear, and ageing are all risk factors for persistent mandibular ridge resorption and weakening. The tongue occludes the upper airway due to the mandible's edentulous condition. All of these factors contribute to the difficulties in regulating the airway.