Parapharyngeal Abscesses Caused by Group G Streptococcus. (27th September 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Tajima, Shori; Anzai, Takashi; Matsuoka, Rina; Okada, Hiroko; Ide, Takuma; Fujimaki, Mitsuhisa; Kaya, Shota; Ito, Shin; Ikeda, Katsuhisa
• Other Names: Yokoi Hidenori Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Case reports in otolaryngology. Volume 2018(2018)
• Publication Date: 2018-09-27
• Subjects: Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; Otolaryngology -- Case studies -- Periodicals; Otolaryngology; Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases; Otolaryngology; Periodicals; Case studies; Periodicals; Case Reports; Fulltext; Internet Resources; Periodicals; 617.51
• DOI: 10.1155/2018/7307290
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-6765

Abstract

Abstract : Deep neck abscess is a life-threatening infection that causes laryngeal edema and upper airway occlusion. The predominant bacterial species involved in this disorder is group A streptococcus. Group G streptococcus (GGS) constitutes the normal commensal flora of the human upper airway. Although rarely, it can cause pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and peritonsillar abscess. Here, we report a case of a woman with parapharyngeal abscess caused by GGS. A 56-year-old woman presented to the emergency department with complaints of sore throat and cervical swelling, and a diagnosis of parapharyngeal abscess was established. She had upper airway occlusion, requiring urgent tracheostomy. Endoscopic incision and drainage of the abscess using a specially designed, rigid curved laryngoscope was successfully performed. Since a rigid curved laryngoscope creates a wide viewing field and working space, it was useful for incision and drainage of the parapharyngeal abscess.