Acute cervical lymphadenitis and infections of the retropharyngeal and parapharyngeal spaces in children
Conclusion:
Our data suggest that presentation with cervical lymphadenitis associated with fever and torticollis requires evaluation by contrast-enhanced CT scan. Furthermore, abscess drainage should be restricted to the most severely affected patients who do not respond to antibiotic therapy.
Source: BMC Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Emilie GeorgetAnne GauthierLydia BrugelSuzanne VerlhacNatacha RemusRalph EpaudFouad Madhi Source Type: research
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