Retropharyngeal abscess complicated by Prevotella buccae sepsis during pregnancy. A case report.

Abstract

BACKGROUND:

Retropharyngeal abscess is extremely uncommon in adults and rare in pregnancy. A MEDLINE search yielded only 1 reported case during pregnancy. Likewise, sepsis caused by prevotella buccae, a bacteria associated with more benign conditions such as bacterial vaginosis or dental infections, is also rare, with no reported cases during pregnancy.

CASE:

We report a case of retropharyngeal abscess complicated by Prevotella buccae septicemia during pregnancy.

CONCLUSION:

Retropharyngeal abscess should be suspected in a pregnant patient who presents with sore throat, dyspnea, and dysphagia, especially when preceded by dental treatment or symptoms. If confirmed, antibiotic treatment should cover the usual pathogens associated with retropharyngeal abscess, including Pre- votella species.

• Authors: Kevin S Jensen, Kyle A Biggs, Michael S Cardwell
• Journal: The Journal of reproductive medicine (J Reprod Med) 2015 Jan-Feb Vol. 60 Issue 1-2 Pg. 87-9 ISSN: 0024-7758 [Print] United States
• PMID: 25745759 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Topics

• Adult
• Bacteroidaceae Infections
• Female
• Humans
• Pregnancy
• Pregnancy Complications, Infectious
• Prevotella
• Retropharyngeal Abscess
• Sepsis