Abstract
Multiple anaerobic pulmonary abscesses in previously healthy children are rare. Two cases are presented in which the discovery and adequate drainage of infectious foci in the head and neck were key to controlling the infection.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
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Bacteria, Anaerobic
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Child
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Drainage
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Ear Diseases / therapy
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Humans
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Lung Abscess / microbiology*
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Lung Abscess / therapy
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Lymphatic Diseases / microbiology
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Lymphatic Diseases / therapy
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Male