Late Evolution of Deep Neck Space Abscess: Was Intubation the Cause?

Introduction: Deep neck abscess in adults may occur as a result of local trauma, foreign body inoculation or immunosuppression.  Method: We describe a case of deep neck abscess that developed after recent hospitalization and intubation for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation. ...

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Main Authors: Ruhma Ali, Modupeoluwa Owolabi, Aditya Patel, Muhammad Hussain, Jihad Slim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SMC MEDIA SRL 2022-06-01
Series:European Journal of Case Reports in Internal Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.ejcrim.com/index.php/EJCRIM/article/view/3376