Infratemporal abscess: a rare complication of a common procedure
Rajesh Kotagiri1,2, Matthew L Repp3, Michael H Kim3
1Banner University Medicine, Tucson, AZ, 85724, USA.
Access Microbiology
|March 14, 2024
Summary
Infections of the infratemporal fossa (ITF) are rare but dangerous. This case highlights a complex infratemporal fossa abscess (IFA) following wisdom tooth extraction, emphasizing the need for multidisciplinary care.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Infectious Diseases
- Oral Surgery
Background:
- The infratemporal fossa (ITF) is a complex anatomical region at the skull base.
- Infections in the ITF are uncommon but can lead to severe complications like cavernous venous thrombosis (CVT).
- Management often requires a multidisciplinary approach due to the anatomical challenges.
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