A case of odontogenic brain abscess arising from covert dental sepsis
Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
Abstract
Odontogenic infections can spread to any organ of the body and in some cases cause life threatening infections. We report a case of multiple odontogenic brain abscesses resulting from undetected tooth decay. Whereas most odontogenic brain abscesses occur following dental treatment, this report documents brain abscesses prior to dental treatment, signifying the dangers of covert dental infections. This case report updates the literature on the topic of odontogenic brain abscesses.
DOI
10.1308/003588412X13171221499667
Publication Date
1-1-2012
Recommended Citation
Clifton, T. C. and Kalamchi, S., "A case of odontogenic brain abscess arising from covert dental sepsis" (2012). ASDOH Faculty Publications. 104.
https://scholarworks.atsu.edu/asdoh-faculty/104