Severity assessment of odontogenic infections progressing to deep neck infection

Heo, Hyun A

doi:2022.60.1.48

J Korean Dent Assoc > Volume 60(1); 2022 > Article

The Journal of The Korean Dental Association 2022;60(1):48-54.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22974/jkda.2021.60.1.005 Published online December 31, 2021.

심부경부감염으로 진행되는 치성감염의 중증도 평가

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가톨릭대학교 부천성모병원 통합치의학과

Severity assessment of odontogenic infections progressing to deep neck infection

Hyun A Heo

Department of Advanced General Dentistry, Bucheon St. Mary’s Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea

Correspondence: Hyun A Heo, Tel: +82-32-340-2130,
Email: joanheo@catholic.ac.kr

Abstract

Uncontrolled odontogenic infections can lead to deep neck infection. Once it progresses to deep spaces of the neck, it can be life-threatening. Therefore, prompt recognition and effective management is mandatory. The aim of this study was to introduce the criteria for evaluating the severity of infection and deciding hospitalization which enables clinicians to effectively manage patients and furthermore to save lives.

Key Words: Odontogenic infection; Deep neck infection; Severity assessment