Retropharyngeal abscess in adults.

摘要: OBJECTIVES Retropharyngeal abscess in adults can be life-threatening. The otolaryngologist is on the front line making diagnosis and treatment of this disease. aim study to review clinical features, diagnostic tools management retropharyngeal abscesses adults. PATIENTS AND METHODS Retrospective admitted ENT department from 2005 2010. RESULTS In total 4 patients were included study: mean age 53 years (range 45 62 years), sex ration F/M = 3. Cultures obtained identified group A beta-hemolytic streptococci susceptible amoxicilline-clavulanate three cases. consisted surgical drainage collection intravenous antibiotics. CONCLUSIONS are critical infections requiring prompt treatment. Computed tomography scan was crucial tool for diagnosis, notably differentiate cellulitis abscesses. includes broad-spectrum antibiotics associated, if necessary, with cases persistent abscess. outcome usually good.