Anesthetic Management of Advanced Stage Ludwig's Angina: A Case Report and Review With Emphasis on Compromised Airway Management.

Ludwig’s angina, although uncommon, remains a potentially life-threatening condition because of the risk of impending airway obstruction. Effective treatment is based on early recognition of the clinical process, with the appropriate use of parenteral antibiotics, securing the airway, and formal surgical drainage of the infection. Awake fiberoptic intubation under topical anesthesia may be the preferred method to secure the airway.