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Ludwig's Angina Infection In A Child: A Cause For Concern

Ngeow, W.C., (1999) Ludwig's Angina Infection In A Child: A Cause For Concern. Annals of Dentistry, 6 (1). pp. 31-32. ISSN 0128-7532

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University of Malaya. Faculty of Dentistry. Dept. of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Abstract

Ludwig's angina is a rare type of facial infection usually reported in adults. This paper presents a case of Ludwig's angina infection occurring in a 3 year-old Malay boy. The dentists must be able to detect such presentation early. Hospitalisation for monitoring of airway is essential.

Item Type:Journal
Keywords:Ludwig's angina, caries, airway, child
Subjects:R Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing
ID Code:2084

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