Question 130 · LDEK · Abscesses and phlegmons
Indicate the true statements concerning phlegmon:
1) it is an acute, diffuse, purulent inflammation;
2) its borders are clearly palpable;
3) purulent exudate after abscess incision is a characteristic feature;
4) it involves more than one fascial space;
5) general condition of the patient is severe and hospitalization is required.
The correct answer is:
2) its borders are clearly palpable;
3) purulent exudate after abscess incision is a characteristic feature;
4) it involves more than one fascial space;
5) general condition of the patient is severe and hospitalization is required.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,3,4,5.
- B. 1,4,5.
- C. 1,2,4,5.
- D. 1,3,5.
- E. all the above.
Hint
Contrast a diffuse spreading infection with a localised collection of pus, both in its borders and in what drains after incision.
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