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Acute paediatric neck abscesses.

D M Wynne1, H K Borg, M Botma

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, Gartnavel General Hospital, Glasgow. davidmcgregorwynne@hotmail.com

Scottish Medical Journal
|September 11, 2008
PubMed
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This study on pediatric cervical abscesses found Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes as common causes. Prompt surgical intervention and targeted antibiotic therapy are crucial for effective management.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Microbiology

Background:

  • Acute neck swellings in children often require antibiotic treatment and surgical drainage if an abscess is suspected.
  • Causative organisms and optimal management strategies for pediatric cervical abscesses can vary.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze trends in microbiology, antibiotic sensitivity, clinical evaluation, and management of acute cervical abscesses in children.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of investigations and treatment options for pediatric cervical abscesses.

Main Methods:

  • A five-year retrospective study of 175 children admitted with acute cervical abscesses (duration ≤ 4 weeks).
  • Data collected included patient demographics, surgical outcomes, microbiological cultures, and antibiotic sensitivities.
  • Ultrasound imaging was utilized in a subset of patients to guide surgical intervention.

Main Results:

  • Surgery was performed in 70% of cases, with pus confirmed in 93% of those operated on.
  • Staphylococcus aureus was the most common pathogen (46%), predominantly sensitive to flucloxacillin and erythromycin.
  • Streptococcus pyogenes was identified in 15% of cases, with varying sensitivities to penicillin and erythromycin.

Conclusions:

  • Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes are key pathogens in pediatric cervical abscesses.
  • Antibiotic sensitivity patterns highlight the importance of targeted therapy.
  • Surgical drainage combined with appropriate antibiotic treatment remains the cornerstone of management.