Retropharyngeal abscess
- Most common in children < 6 years old.
- Urgent ENT consult recommended.
- May be complicated by progression to contiguous structures.
Usual Pathogens
Group A Streptococci
S. aureus
Haemophilus spp
Anaerobes
| Empiric Therapy | Dose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vancomycin | 60mg/kg/d IV div q6h | Duration dependent on extent and progression of disease |
| + | ||
| Ceftriaxone | 100mg/kg IV q24h | |
| + | ||
| Metronidazole | 30mg/kg/d IV div q12h |