Seckin O Ulualp, Korgun Koral, Linda Margraf, Ronald Deskin
BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to assess outcomes of medical and surgical treatment of intratonsillar abscess in children. METHODS: The medical charts of children with intratonsillar abscess were reviewed to obtain information on history and physical examination, imaging, management, and follow-up assessment. RESULTS: Eleven children (six male, five female; age range, 4-18 years) were identified. The common complaints included sore throat, fever, and odynophagia...
August 2013: Pediatrics International: Official Journal of the Japan Pediatric Society