Oropharyngeal abscesses with repeated health care visits – the characteristics in patients with odontogenic and peritonsillar abscesses

Abstract Purpose Deep neck infection is a potentially life-threatening condition, and thus, early identification and treatment are essential. This study explored the diagnostic challenges and preceding treatment in patients with repeated healthcare contacts due to an odontogenic or a peritonsillar a...

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Published in:	Head & Face Medicine
Main Authors:	Hanna-Riikka Ahde, Suvi-Tuuli Vilén, Johanna Uittamo, Antti Mäkitie, Johanna Snäll, Miika Toivari
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2025-02-01
Subjects:	Odontogenic abscess Peritonsillar abscess Repeated healthcare visits Abscess treatment
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s13005-025-00480-2