Bilateral infratemporal spaces abscess following removal of suspension wires: a case report

oleh: Javad Yazdani, Ali Mortazavi, Mohammadali Ghavimi

Format: Article
Diterbitkan: Tehran University of Medical Sciences 2015-10-01

Deskripsi

The infratemporal fossa is an anatomic space of great importance in the head.Abscesses of this space re rare but potentially life threatening. Regarding the proximity of some important anatomical features of the head, dealing with infratemporal space infection needs great consideration both in examination and surgical practice.In  this  case  report,  infratempora  space  abscess  formation  following  the removal of zygomatic arch suspension wire in a healthy, male, young patient and its treatment protocol are presented.