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A changing pattern of epiglottitis.

M Ryan1, M Hunt, T Snowberger

  • 1Department of Pediatric Subspecialties, Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA 17822-1339.

Clinical Pediatrics
|September 1, 1992
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Epiglottitis cases have decreased in children but increased in adults over 12 years. Hemophilus influenzae type b remains the cause in both age groups, indicating a shift in epiglottitis demographics.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Pediatrics
  • Otolaryngology

Background:

  • Epiglottitis is a serious inflammation of the epiglottis, a cartilage flap in the throat.
  • Historically, Hemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) was a leading cause, particularly in children.
  • Vaccination has significantly reduced Hib infections, prompting shifts in disease epidemiology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze trends in epiglottitis cases over a 12-year period at Geisinger Medical Center.
  • To compare the incidence of epiglottitis in pediatric versus adult populations.
  • To identify changes in the age distribution of epiglottitis patients.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective case review of epiglottitis patients.
  • Data collected over a 12-year period.

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  • Analysis of patient demographics, focusing on age groups (pediatric vs. adult).

    • Main Results:

    • A notable decrease in pediatric epiglottitis cases was observed.
    • An increase in adult epiglottitis cases was documented.
    • Hemophilus influenzae type b was consistently identified as the causative agent in both pediatric and adult populations.

    Conclusions:

    • Epiglottitis incidence is shifting from children to adults.
    • The causative agent, Hemophilus influenzae type b, remains consistent.
    • Adults represent an emerging demographic for epiglottitis, warranting continued surveillance and awareness.