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

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