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Peritonsillar abscess in an infant with congenital bone marrow failure.
- Source :
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International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology [Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol] 2019 Sep; Vol. 124, pp. 200-202. Date of Electronic Publication: 2019 May 29. - Publication Year :
- 2019
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Abstract
- Peritonsillar abscess is extremely rare in infants and is potentially life-threatening. We report the case of a 3 month old infant with a background of congenital bone marrow failure who presented with sepsis and desaturation requiring intubation and PICU care. Ultrasound and CT scan revealed an inflammatory mass. Examination in theatre revealed a self-draining quinsy. Following formal drainage in theatre, the child improved and was extubated uneventfully 1 day later. Prompt surgical and medical management as well as the presence of a well-coordinated multidisciplinary team are crucial in ensuring the adequate management of complex paediatric patients.<br /> (Copyright © 2019 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.)
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1872-8464
- Volume :
- 124
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 31212167
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijporl.2019.05.037