A rare presentation of empyema necessitatis
2011
A Rare Case of Empyema Necessitatis in a Child
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Mirza B., Ijaz L., Sheikh A.
Primary Institution: The Children’s Hospital and The Institute of Child Health, Lahore, Pakistan
Conclusion
Empyema necessitatis can have a variable presentation but has an excellent outcome when diagnosed and managed promptly.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient presented with a cervical abscess and respiratory distress.
- The culture of the pus revealed Staphylococcus aureus, which was sensitive to the antibiotics used.
- The patient showed significant improvement after treatment and was symptom-free at follow-up.
Takeaway
A 5-year-old boy had a rare infection that caused pus to come out of his neck when he breathed in, but after treatment, he got better.
Methodology
The patient underwent tube thoracostomy and received antibiotics after being diagnosed with empyema necessitatis.
Participant Demographics
5-year-old boy
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