Infecciones profundas del cuello / Deep neck infections
Rev. Hosp. Clin. Univ. Chile
; 30(2): 140-150, 2019. tab, ilus
Article
en Es
| LILACS
| ID: biblio-1052714
Biblioteca responsable:
CL36.1
ABSTRACT
Deep neck infections (DNIs) are special entities among infectious diseases for their versatility and potential for severe complications. Complex head and neck anatomy often makes early recognition of DNIs challenging, and a high index of suspicion is necessary to avoid any delay in treatment. The diagnosis is made by clinical history, physical examination findings and imaging studies. The treatment consists in securing the airway, intravenous antibiotics and surgical drainage, when needed. To make decisions the surgeon must understand the anatomy of the region, the etiology of infection, appropriate diagnostic tools, and medical and surgical management. This article provides a review of these pertinent topics. (AU)
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
LILACS
Asunto principal:
Cuello
Tipo de estudio:
Prognostic_studies
Límite:
Female
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Humans
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Male
Idioma:
Es
Revista:
Rev. Hosp. Clin. Univ. Chile
Asunto de la revista:
MEDICINA
Año:
2019
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Chile
Pais de publicación:
Chile