The management of Ludwig's angina.
A severe case of Ludwig's Angina which was treated along the historical lines of surgical decompression is presented. The problem resulting from this approach are discussed together with alternative methods of management. The conclusion is made that surgical decompression as a means of avoiding respiratory obstruction should be abandoned and that tracheotomy should be used.
D000328:Adult; D000402:Airway Obstruction / Q000517:prevention & control; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001996:Bronchopneumonia / Q000382:microbiology; D003731:Dental Caries / Q000150:complications; D004322:Drainage; D006801:Humans; D008158:Ludwig's Angina / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D010482:Periapical Abscess / Q000150:complications; D013291:Streptococcus / Q000302:isolation & purification
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents