Ludwig's Angina, Clinical Challenge in Pediatrics. – A Case Report

BACKGROUND: Ludwig's angina is a rapidly progressing cellulitis that occurs in the sublingual, submandibular, and submental spaces, with a high mortality rate due to its potential to obstruct the airway. Its primary cause is odontogenic, with polymicrobial infection being the most common scena...

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Main Authors: Andres Felipe Coba Cruz, Hernando Alfredo Contreras Marquez, Silvia Natalia Suarez-Mantilla, Maria Camila Velandia, Luis Miguel Sosa Avila
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University Library System, University of Pittsburgh 2023-12-01
Series:International Journal of Medical Students
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Online Access:http://ijms.info/IJMS/article/view/2343