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Review
. 2019 Feb;37(1):69-80.
doi: 10.1016/j.emc.2018.09.002.

Infections of the Oropharynx

Matthew R Klein  1
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Review

Infections of the Oropharynx

Matthew R Klein. Emerg Med Clin North Am. 2019 Feb.

Abstract

This article reviews the presentation, diagnosis, and management of common and "can't miss" infections of the oropharynx, including streptococcal pharyngitis, infectious mononucleosis, peritonsillar abscess, retropharyngeal abscess, and epiglottitis.

Keywords: Epiglottitis; Infectious mononucleosis; Peritonsillar abscess; Retropharyngeal abscess; Streptococcal pharyngitis.

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