Abscess in the posterior third of the tongue. A clinical case

A case of lingual abscess visualized by computed tomography is reported. The review of the literature demonstrated the difficulty of diagnosing these cases. Protection and surveillance of the upper airways is important. Computed tomography is the key to diagnosis.

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Published inActa otorrinolaringológica española Vol. 48; no. 4; p. 317
Main Authors Fernández Pérez, A, Fernández Nogueras Jiménez, F, Moreno León, J, Fernández Sánchez, A
Format Journal Article
LanguageSpanish
Published Spain 01.05.1997
Subjects
Adult
Humans
Male
Peritonsillar Abscess - diagnosis
Tongue Diseases - diagnosis
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Summary:A case of lingual abscess visualized by computed tomography is reported. The review of the literature demonstrated the difficulty of diagnosing these cases. Protection and surveillance of the upper airways is important. Computed tomography is the key to diagnosis.
ISSN:0001-6519