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Toxic shock syndrome following septoplasty using plastic septal splints.

R Wagner, J M Toback

    The Laryngoscope
    |June 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) can occur after nasal surgery, even without nasal packing. This case highlights the risk associated with intranasal splints, emphasizing the need for preventative measures.

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    Area of Science:

    • Otolaryngology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) is a severe, acute multisystem illness.
    • Postoperative TSS is a known complication following certain surgical procedures, including nasal surgeries involving packing.

    Observation:

    • This report details a rare case of classic TSS occurring after a septoplasty.
    • Notably, the patient did not have nasal packing, but instead utilized intranasal splints post-surgery.

    Findings:

    • The case demonstrates that TSS can develop following septoplasty even when intranasal splints are used instead of traditional nasal packing.
    • This suggests that the presence of intranasal devices themselves may be a risk factor for TSS.

    Implications:

    • Healthcare providers should consider TSS as a potential complication in patients undergoing nasal surgery with intranasal splints.
    • Revised preventative strategies for TSS in the context of nasal surgery are warranted to include cases with splints, not just packing.

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