Necrobacillosis--an unusual cause of cervical abscess.
Necrobacillosis is a rare infection which may be fatal if inadequately treated. We present a case demonstrating the classical clinical picture upon which correct diagnosis depends. The need for a high index of suspicion is highlighted and appropriate management is discussed.
Chalstrey
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Department of Otolaryngology, St Bartholomew's Hospital, West Smithfield, London.
Williams
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Reilly
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D000038:Abscess / Q000382:microbiology*; D000328:Adult; D005674:Fusobacterium Infections / Q000150:complications*; D005675:Fusobacterium necrophorum / Q000302:isolation & purification*; D006801:Humans; D008169:Lung Abscess / Q000209:etiology; D008297:Male; D009333:Neck