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Rissa A Zudekoff¹, Maria F Pugliese^1,2, Merlin C Lowe^1,2

¹Pediatrics, University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson, Tucson, USA.

|March 3, 2022

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Peritonsillar abscesses (PTAs) with uvular hydrops are rare in children. Needle aspiration and drainage provided symptom relief, highlighting the importance of monitoring for airway compromise.

Keywords:

haemophilus influenzae oropharyngeal infections oropharynx peritonsillar abscess uvular hydrops

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Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Background:

Peritonsillar abscesses (PTAs) are common in pediatric patients.
Concurrent uvular hydrops with PTAs is rarely reported in pediatric cases.

Observation:

A pediatric patient presented with severe pharyngitis symptoms including odynophagia, dyspnea, muffled voice, drooling, and trismus.
Physical examination revealed a peritonsillar abscess alongside an edematous and erythematous uvula.

Findings:

Needle aspiration and drainage of the peritonsillar abscess were performed.
The patient experienced significant symptom relief, including resolution of dyspnea and odynophagia, after the procedure.

Implications:

Drainage and close monitoring for airway compromise are recommended for pediatric patients with PTAs and concurrent uvular hydrops.
This case underscores the importance of prompt diagnosis and management of airway-threatening conditions in children.