Publications by authors named "Kevin S Jensen"
Article Synopsis
- Retropharyngeal abscesses are very rare in adults and even more so in pregnant women, with only one previous case reported.
- A unique case is documented of a pregnant patient developing a retropharyngeal abscess complicated by septicemia from Prevotella buccae.
- Medical professionals should consider retropharyngeal abscess in pregnant patients with sore throat, difficulty breathing, and swallowing, especially if linked to recent dental work, and should initiate appropriate antibiotic treatment.
