Ludwig's Angina—A Controversial Surgical Emergency : How We Do It
Joint Authors
Hasan, Wael
Russell, John
Leonard, David
Source
International Journal of Otolaryngology
Issue
Vol. 2011, Issue 2011 (31 Dec. 2011), pp.1-4, 4 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2011-07-06
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
4
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Objectives.
To review the current protocols used for management of Ludwig's angina and to assess the efficacy of conservative measures in these cases.
Methods.
A retrospective review of patients who were admitted to our institution for management of Ludwig's angina between 2003 and 2010.
Results.
Two patients were identified.
Both were managed successfully with conservative measures and close airway observation.
None needed an emergency intubation or surgical tracheostomy.
There were no mortalities, and both had a short hospital stay.
Conclusion.
Recently, management of Ludwig's angina has evolved from aggressive airway management into a more conservative one.
This is based on close airway observation on a specialised airway unit and a serial clinical airway assessment.
Improved imaging modalities, antibiotic therapy, surgical skills, and clinical experience are the key factors behind this change in practice.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Hasan, Wael& Leonard, David& Russell, John. 2011. Ludwig's Angina—A Controversial Surgical Emergency : How We Do It. International Journal of Otolaryngology،Vol. 2011, no. 2011, pp.1-4.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Hasan, Wael…[et al.]. Ludwig's Angina—A Controversial Surgical Emergency : How We Do It. International Journal of Otolaryngology No. 2011 (2011), pp.1-4.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Hasan, Wael& Leonard, David& Russell, John. Ludwig's Angina—A Controversial Surgical Emergency : How We Do It. International Journal of Otolaryngology. 2011. Vol. 2011, no. 2011, pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-455832
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-455832