Abstract |
A 10-year retrospective study of 30 adults suffering from acute epiglottitis is reported. Two clinical forms of onset were noted: gradual and accelerated. Abscess formation was present in 27% of cases. None of the patients required intubation or tracheotomy. In contrast to the accepted interventionist approach in children, conservative management in adults is recommended.
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Authors | M Wolf, B Strauss, J Kronenberg, G Leventon |
Journal | The Laryngoscope
(Laryngoscope)
Vol. 100
Issue 2 Pt 1
Pg. 183-5
(Feb 1990)
ISSN: 0023-852X [Print] United States |
PMID | 2299960
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Abscess
(etiology)
- Acute Disease
- Adult
- Aged
- Airway Obstruction
(etiology)
- Epiglottitis
(complications, diagnosis, therapy)
- Female
- Humans
- Laryngitis
(therapy)
- Male
- Middle Aged
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