Question 216 · LDEK · Abscesses and phlegmons
Which of the following abscesses can cause airway obstruction?
1) palatal abscess;
2) abscess of the parapharyngeal space;
3) abscess of the base of the tongue;
4) canine fossa abscess;
5) submasseteric abscess.
The correct answer is:
2) abscess of the parapharyngeal space;
3) abscess of the base of the tongue;
4) canine fossa abscess;
5) submasseteric abscess.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,2,3.
- B. 1,3,4.
- C. 2,3.
- D. 1,2,4.
- E. all the above.
Hint
Consider which spaces border the pharynx and larynx or can push the tongue backwards.
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