Supraglottic airway infections.
Supraglottic infections are included among the more serious pediatric infections, although they are less common than other pediatric respiratory infections. Supraglottic infections include epiglottis (supraglottitis), retropharyngeal cellulitis, retropharyngeal abscess, and peritonsillar abscess. A high index of suspicion combined with rapid diagnosis and treatment are crucial to reducing the morbidity and mortality associated with these infections. A review of these infections, including diagnosis and treatment, is presented.
Family Practice Residency Program, University of Florida/Alachua General Hospital, Gainesville, Florida 32610-0217, USA.
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D017677:Age Distribution; D002481:Cellulitis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007827:Laryngitis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D000039:Peritonsillar Abscess / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D012187:Retroperitoneal Space; D017703:Retropharyngeal Abscess / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D012307:Risk Factors