Question 124 · LDEK · Abscesses and phlegmons
Which sentences on pterygopalatine space abscesses are true?
1) exophthalmos never shows as its manifestation;
2) the abscess can originate in the pterygomandibular space;
3) hematoma suppuration after an injury on injection to the pterygoid venal plexus can be their causative factor;
4) the abscess should never be incised externally;
5) may spread by continuity to the parapharyngeal space.
The correct answer is:
2) the abscess can originate in the pterygomandibular space;
3) hematoma suppuration after an injury on injection to the pterygoid venal plexus can be their causative factor;
4) the abscess should never be incised externally;
5) may spread by continuity to the parapharyngeal space.
The correct answer is:
- A. 3,5.
- B. 2,3,5.
- C. 1,4.
- D. 2,4.
- E. 2,3.
Hint
Consider the connections of the pterygopalatine fossa with the orbit, the pterygoid venous plexus and the neighbouring deep spaces.
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