Adult epiglottitis: a case presentation and literature overview.
Adult epiglottitis is probably more common than is recognized. The principles of management are the same for both adults and children: adequate control of the airway and the use of appropriate antimicrobial agents (with special consideration given to second- and third-generation cephalosporins). Chemoprophylaxis, with rifampicin, should be considered for all exposed families with children in the household who are younger than four years.
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