Purulent Mediastinal Abscess Secondary to Ludwig's Angina
- 1 January 1983
- journal article
- case report
- Published by American Medical Association (AMA) in JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery
- Vol. 109 (1) , 53-55
- https://doi.org/10.1001/archotol.1983.00800150057011
Abstract
• A case of Ludwig's angina dissected along deep cervical fascial planes into the mediastinum caused a virulent mediastinitis and abscess. Computed tomography precisely delineated the extent of the infection. Incomplete débridement resulted in a residual abscess and persistent systemic sepsis that culminated in the patient's death. Aggressive antibiotic treatment of the orofacial cellulitis along with complete mediastinal drainage are recommended for optimal outcome. (Arch Otolaryngol1983;109:53-55)Keywords
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