title: Ludwig's angina: case report and review.
abstract: Modern dental care and use of antibiotics for oral infections have made Ludwig's angina rare. To avoid acute airway obstruction, emergency physicians must be able to rapidly recognize and treat this condition. A typical case of Ludwig's angina is presented, followed by a review of clinical findings and therapeutic modalities. Emphasis is made on airway management, antibiotics, and surgical drainage.
authors.affiliation: Department of Emergency Medicine, Brown University, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence 02903, USA.
authors.forename: S J
authors.initials: SJ
authors.lastname: Spitalnic
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Sucov
mesh_terms: D000208:Acute Disease; D000328:Adult; D000402:Airway Obstruction / Q000209:etiology; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D004322:Drainage; D004636:Emergency Service, Hospital; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008158:Ludwig's Angina / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D014081:Tooth Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents