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[The laryngopyocele].

Sarra Zribi1, Chiraz M'barek, Inés Hariga

  • 1Service d'oto-rhino-laryngologie et de chirurgie cervico-faciale, Hôpital Habib Thameur, Tunis.

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Laryngopyocele, a complication of laryngocele, presents as infectious syndrome with neck masses. Prompt diagnosis via clinical, endoscopic, and CT examination, followed by antibiotics and surgery, leads to good recovery.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Head and Neck Surgery
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • A laryngopyocele is a rare but serious complication of a laryngocele.
  • Early recognition and management are crucial for favorable outcomes.

Observation:

  • Two cases of laryngopyocele are presented: an 81-year-old female and a 31-year-old male.
  • Both patients presented with infectious syndrome and lateral neck masses.
  • Diagnosis was confirmed through clinical, endoscopic, and CT examinations.

Findings:

  • The male patient underwent surgical intervention.
  • Both patients received antibiotic therapy.
  • Both patients experienced a complete recovery.

Implications:

  • This case series highlights the importance of considering laryngopyocele in the differential diagnosis of neck masses with infectious symptoms.
  • Multimodal diagnostic approaches, including CT scans, are essential for accurate diagnosis.
  • Effective treatment involves a combination of antibiotics and, in some cases, surgical management.