Ludwig's angina.ppt

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LUDWIG’S ANGINA Chan, Ernest O. DMD2E

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LUDWIG’S ANGINA

Chan, Ernest O.

DMD2E

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DEFINITIONGerman physician (

Wilhelm Friedrich von Ludwig)(1836)Also known as ”angina ludovici”“Angina Maligna" and "Morbus

Strangularis" life-threatening cellulitis or connective

tissue infection in the floor of mouth.Dental infection (Abscess, Extraction,

Caries)Obstruct the airways

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CAUSESBacterial InfectionDental infections (80%) Infected lower molars or

pericoronitis (3rd Molar)Piercings of the lingual frenulum.Submandibular space infection,

Sublingual space infection, Submental space

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SIGNS AND SYMPTOMSBilateral edemaSwellingTongue elevatedBreathing difficultyFeverNeck painWeaknessDifficulty swallowing, DroolingEar acheSpeech ("hot potato" in the mouth)

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DIAGNOSISClinicalCT scanPalpating

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TREATMENTAirway control (Tracheostomy)

(Severe)Surgery (Drainage and

Debridement) by maxillofacial surgeon

Antibiotic medications (Penicillin group)

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