Needle aspiration versus incision and drainage for the treatment of peritonsillar abscess

Background <br/> Peritonsillar abscess is a common infection presenting as a collection of pus in the peritonsillar area. The condition is characterised by a severe sore throat, difficulty in swallowing and pain on swallowing, fever and malaise, and trismus. Needle aspiration and incision and...

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Main Authors: Chang, B, Thamboo, A, Burton, M, Diamond, C, Nunez, D
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: Cochrane Collaboration 2016