Retrospective Review of Management and Outcomes of Pediatric Descending Mediastinitis

Conclusion This review represents the largest reported series of pediatric patients with descending mediastinitis. With 100% survival, our results suggest that pediatric descending mediastinitis can be safely managed by prompt surgical drainage. Broad-spectrum antibiotics covering MRSA and a low threshold for repeat surgical intervention have been an important part of our successful approach and may decrease length of stay.
Source: Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Tags: Pediatric Otolaryngology Source Type: research