Risk Factors of Descending Necrotizing Mediastinitis in Deep Neck Abscesses

<i>Background and Objectives</i>: Cervical space infection could also extend to the mediastinum due to the anatomical vicinity. The mortality rate of descending necrotizing mediastinitis is 85% if untreated. The aim of this study was to identify risk factors for the progression of deep n...

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Main Authors: Chih-Yu Hu, Kuang-Hsu Lien, Shih-Lung Chen, Kai-Chieh Chan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-11-01
Series:Medicina
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/58/12/1758