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Late Evolution of Deep Neck Space Abscess: Was Intubation the Cause?

Ruhma Ali¹, Modupeoluwa Owolabi¹, Aditya Patel¹

¹Department of Internal Medicine, Saint Michael's Medical Center, Newark, New Jersey, USA.

European Journal of Case Reports in Internal Medicine

|July 13, 2022

Abstract

Introduction:

Deep neck abscess in adults may occur as a result of local trauma, foreign body inoculation or immunosuppression.

Method:

We describe a case of deep neck abscess that developed after recent hospitalization and intubation for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation.

Discussion:

The incidence of deep neck abscesses has dramatically reduced due to the use of antibiotics. However, if present, they need prompt surgical drainage due to their proximity to the nearby vasculature of the neck.

Conclusion:

This case highlights the need for physician awareness of the clinical presentation of the unique complications of deep neck abscess developing after hospitalization.

Learning Points:

Recent intubation or the introduction of a foreign body into the airway should be considered as possible causes of deep neck abscess infection.The diagnosis may be suggested by a CT scan.Incision and drainage may be required for the treatment of deep neck space infection.

Keywords:

Deep neck space MRSA intubation methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus parapharyngeal abscess

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