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Agamemnon Pericleous1, Sophie Wilkinson1, Amy Gerrish2
1Department of Paediatric Otorhinolaryngology, Nottingham Children's Hospital, Nottingham University Hospitals, Derby Road, Nottingham, NG7 2UH, UK.
Abstract:
Peritonsillar abscess is extremely rare in infants and is potentially life-threatening. We report the case of a 3 month old infant with a background of congenital bone marrow failure who presented with sepsis and desaturation requiring intubation and PICU care. Ultrasound and CT scan revealed an inflammatory mass. Examination in theatre revealed a self-draining quinsy. Following formal drainage in theatre, the child improved and was extubated uneventfully 1 day later. Prompt surgical and medical management as well as the presence of a well-coordinated multidisciplinary team are crucial in ensuring the adequate management of complex paediatric patients.
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