CT features of descending necrotizing mediastinitis--a pictorial essay.
Descending necrotizing mediastinitis (DNM) is a relatively rare condition caused by downward spread of neck infections into the mediastinum. This infection previously had a much worse prognosis. In recent years, prompt computer topography (CT) diagnosis has been recommended. CT scan provides the earliest means of detecting DNM for optimal management and early surgical intervention. This paper provides an illustrated summary of our extensive clinical experience with DNM, involving 36 documented cases with CT over a 5-year period.
Scaglione
Mariano
M
Department of Radiology, Emergency and Trauma CT Section, Cardarelli Hospital, Via Cardarelli 9, Naples, 80131, Italy. mscaglione@tiscalinet.it
Pinto
Antonio
A
Giovine
Sabrina
S
Di Nuzzo
Loredana
L
Giuliano
Vincenzo
V
Romano
Luigia
L
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008480:Mediastinitis / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000503:physiopathology; D008875:Middle Aged; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed / Q000379:methods