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A patient presenting with posterior glottic stenosis froman actinomyces infection of the cricoid cartilage
Joint Authors
Long, Samuel E.
Johns, Michael M.
Giraldez, Laureano A.
Source
Journal of Case Reports in Medicine
Issue
Vol. 2, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-3, 3 p.
Publisher
Publication Date
2013-12-31
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
3
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Posterior glottic stenosis is defined as a narrowing of the airway at the posterior portion of the true vocal folds, and is most commonly caused by prolonged endotracheal intubation.
We report a rare presentation in a patient infected with HIV who was later diagnosed with a primary actinomyces infection of the cricoid cartilage.
This case report documents an important new complication for both primary care providers and Otolaryngologists to note in treating patients with HIV.
While the use of anti-retrovirals has led to a dramatic increase in the lifespan of patients, the increased prevalence of patients has yielded new associations not previously seen.
As noted within this case report, patients who are infected with HIV and present with stridor or dyspnea should be referred to a laryngologist without delay.
Earlier recognition and treatment with antibiotics may help these patients avoid surgery.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Long, Samuel E.& Johns, Michael M.& Giraldez, Laureano A.. 2013. A patient presenting with posterior glottic stenosis froman actinomyces infection of the cricoid cartilage. Journal of Case Reports in Medicine،Vol. 2, no. 2013, pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-685944
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Long, Samuel E.…[et al.]. A patient presenting with posterior glottic stenosis froman actinomyces infection of the cricoid cartilage. Journal of Case Reports in Medicine Vol. 2 (2013), pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-685944
American Medical Association (AMA)
Long, Samuel E.& Johns, Michael M.& Giraldez, Laureano A.. A patient presenting with posterior glottic stenosis froman actinomyces infection of the cricoid cartilage. Journal of Case Reports in Medicine. 2013. Vol. 2, no. 2013, pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-685944
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references : p. 2-3
Record ID
BIM-685944