Laryngeal Ultrasound for Assessment of Supraglottic Laryngitis with Abscess

Abstract

Here we report a rare case, for this era, of supraglottic laryngitis with abscess formation after antibiotics use. Laryngeal ultrasound for abscess detection and follow-up has advantages over neck computed tomography. This modality can assess vocal cord movement noninvasively with the benefits of cost effectiveness, easy availability, freedom from radiation, and high resolution-factors that are superior to other modalities. Although laryngeal abscesses are rare, clinicians should be aware of their myriad presentations. Acute supraglottitis with abscess formation may cause potentially fatal obstruction of the airway. Early recognition and intervention to prevent morbidity and mortality is thus very important.