Ludwig’s angina. Case presentation

Authors

  • Miguel Ricardo Quetzal General Surgeon. FACS
  • Jorge Soler González Internal Medicine Specialist

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61997/bjm.v12i1.289

Keywords:

Ludwig angina, soft tissues, lymph nodes, mediastinitis

Abstract

Ludwig's angina is an infectious disease that mainly affects the floor of the mouth. It is frequently produced by abscesses of the second and third molars; It has an insidious beginning, so it should be considered, since if the diagnosis is delayed it can have fatal consequences. The case of a 26-yearold male patient diagnosed with Ludwig's angina is presented. He receives medical treatment and surgical drainage of the abscess, with a good, uneventful outcome. Appropriate medical and surgical intervention was essential for the successful outcome of this patient, especially to prevent airway obstruction and other serious complications.

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Published

06-10-2023

How to Cite

Quetzal, M. R., & Soler González, J. (2023). Ludwig’s angina. Case presentation. Belize Journal of Medicine, 12(1), 28–31. https://doi.org/10.61997/bjm.v12i1.289

Issue

Vol. 12 No. 1 (2023): January-June

Section

Case Reports

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