JAAPAPeritonsillar abscesses are localized collections of purulence isolatedto the peritonsillar space. This area of soft connective tissue is foundbetween the fibrous capsule of palatine tonsils medially and superiorconstrictor muscle laterally.
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The peritonsillar abscess and its management – is incision and drainage only a makeshift to the tonsillectomy or a permanent solution? [PDF]
Frontiers in Medicine, 2023 IntroductionThis study aims to examine the long-term management of peritonsillar abscess and compare needle aspiration, incision with drainage, and tonsillectomy in terms of comorbidities, complication rates, and recurrences in the largest study cohort ...
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Peritonsillar abscess in children: age-stratified incidence rates, microbiology, and evaluation of penicillin as drug of choice [PDF]
Annals of Clinical Microbiology and AntimicrobialsIntroduction Peritonsillar abscess is the most frequent complication of acute tonsillitis. Although adult epidemiology and microbiology are well characterized, age-specific pediatric data remain limited.
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Impact of COVID-19 Lockdown Measures on the Incidence of Peritonsillar Abscess: A Retrospective Study [PDF]
LifeBackground/Objectives: During the COVID-19 pandemic, Austria, like many European countries, implemented lockdown measures to curb viral transmission. These public health interventions, including social distancing and improved hygiene, were anticipated to
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Peritonsillar abscess associated with Helicobacter cinaedi bacteremia: A case report [PDF]
IDCasesHelicobacter cinaedi, a gram-negative spiral bacterium, has historically been associated with infections primarily in immunocompromised patients. Recently, however, its potential to cause infections in immunocompetent individuals has been recognized.
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Peritonsillar abscess caused by hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae: A case report and literature review [PDF]
IDCasesKlebsiella pneumoniae is a pathogenic bacterium responsible for otorhinolaryngology-head and neck infections. Hypervirulent K. pneumoniae (hvKp), an alarming subtype of K. pneumoniae, causes life-threatening hematogenous infection. However, there are few
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Peritonsillar Abscess and Post-aspiration Bleed Identified with Point-of-care Ultrasound Using Endocavitary Probe: A Case Report [PDF]
Clinical Practice and Cases in Emergency MedicineIntroduction: Peritonsillar abscesses form between the tonsillar capsule, the superior constrictor, and palatopharyngeus muscles. Physicians traditionally make this diagnosis clinically; however, ultrasound allows clinicians to further identify and ...
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Peritonsillar abscess: 46 years after tonsillectomy
Otolaryngology Case Reports, 2021 Introduction: Peritonsillar abscess is a common ENT emergency. However, Differential Diagnosis becomes complex when this pathology is seen in a patient with history of tonsillectomy.
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Recurrent and Bilateral Peritonsillar Abscess: A Rare Cause of Upper Airway Obstruction
Journal of Pediatric Emergency and Intensive Care Medicine, 2021 Peritonsillar abscess is a rare but serious complication of acute tonsillitis. Bilateral peritonsillar abscess must be diagnosed and treated promptly because it can cause upper airway obstruction.
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Peritonsillar Involvement in Pyoderma Gangrenosum associated with Ulcerative Colitis [PDF]
Intestinal Research, 2014 Peritonsillar abscess is a common deep throat infection. Early diagnosis and prompt, appropriate management of a peritonsillar abscess prevents mortality.
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