Peritonsillar abscess classification
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Prince Tano Djan, BSc, MBChB [2]
Overview
Classification
On the basis of computed tomographical findings, peritonsillar abscess may be classified into 3 broad categories based on the following:
1. Shape of the abscess
On the basis of shape it may be classified as:[1]
- Oval type or
- Cap type
2. Location of the abscess
On the basis of abscess location it may be differentiated into the following:[1]
- Superior or
- Inferior
3. Shape and location
On the basis of shaped and location it may be classified as:[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Kawabata M, Umakoshi M, Makise T, Miyashita K, Harada M, Nagano H; et al. (2016). "Clinical classification of peritonsillar abscess based on CT and indications for immediate abscess tonsillectomy". Auris Nasus Larynx. 43 (2): 182–6. doi:10.1016/j.anl.2015.09.014. PMID 26527518.