Peritonsillar Abscess Outcomes with and Without Computed Tomography: A Retrospective Cohort Study
A. Kadrie,
C. Ward,
M. Chanamolu
et al.
Abstract:ObjectivesPeritonsillar abscess (PTA) is a common deep space head and neck infection, which can be diagnosed with or without computed tomography (CT). CT poses a risk for false positives, leading to unnecessary abscess drainage attempts without benefit, whereas needle or open aspiration without imaging could potentially lead to missed abscess in need of treatment. This study considered the utility and impact of obtaining CT scans in patients with suspected PTA by comparing outcomes between CT and non‐CT usage.… Show more
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