Article: Peritonsillar abscess: diagnosis and treatment.
2002 Volume 65, Issue 1, Page(s) 93–96
Abstract: Peritonsillar abscess, the most common deep infection of the head and neck that occurs in adults, is typically formed by a combination of aerobic and anaerobic bacteria. The presenting symptoms include fever, throat pain, and trismus. Ultrasonography and ...
| Abstract | Peritonsillar abscess, the most common deep infection of the head and neck that occurs in adults, is typically formed by a combination of aerobic and anaerobic bacteria. The presenting symptoms include fever, throat pain, and trismus. Ultrasonography and computed tomographic scanning are useful in confirming a diagnosis. Needle aspiration remains the gold standard for diagnosis and treatment of peritonsillar abscess. After performing aspiration, appropriate antibiotic therapy (including penicillin, clindamycin, cephalosporins, or metronidazole) must be initiated. In advanced cases, incision and drainage or immediate tonsillectomy may be required. |
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| MeSH term(s) | Adult ; Anti-Bacterial Agents/therapeutic use ; Drainage ; Humans ; Peritonsillar Abscess/diagnosis ; Peritonsillar Abscess/therapy | |||||
| Chemical Substances | Anti-Bacterial Agents | |||||
| Language | English | |||||
| Publishing date | 2002-01-01 | |||||
| Publishing country | United States | |||||
| Document type | Journal Article | |||||
| ZDB-ID | 412694-4 | |||||
| ISSN | 0002-838X ; 0572-3612 | |||||
| ISSN | 0002-838X ; 0572-3612 | |||||
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