Abscess In Patient Research Articles

Epidemiology and outcomes of anal abscess in patients on chronic dialysis: a 14-year retrospective study

OBJECTIVES:We conducted this retrospective study to elucidate the clinical presentation and outcomes of anal abscess in chronic dialysis patients.METHODS:We performed a chart review of patients who were hospitalized for anal abscess from Jan. 2002 to Dec. 2015. A total of 3,074 episodes of anal abscess were identified. Of these, 43 chronic dialysis patients with first-time anal abscess were enrolled. Patients were divided into a surgical group and a nonsurgical group according to the treatment received during hospitalization. The baseline characteristics, clinical findings, treatments and outcomes were obtained and analyzed. The endpoints of this study were in-hospital mortality, one-year mortality and one-year recurrence.RESULTS:Of the 43 patients, 27 (62.7%) received surgical treatment, and 16 (37.2%) received antibiotic treatment alone. There was no significant difference in age, sex, body mass index, smoking habits, comorbidities, or dialysis characteristics between the two groups. Perianal abscess was the most common type of anal abscess, and 39.5% of patients experienced fistula formation. Most patients had mixed aerobic and anaerobic flora. Our data demonstrate that there was no significant difference in hospital stay, one-year survival or recurrence rate between the surgical group and nonsurgical group. However, there was a trend toward better in-hospital survival in patients who received surgical treatment (p=0.082).CONCLUSION:In chronic dialysis patients with anal abscess, there was no statistically significant difference in clinical presentation and outcomes between the surgical and nonsurgical groups, although the surgical group had a trend of better in-hospital survival.

Spinal Epidural Abscess in Patients with Chronic Renal Failure: A Single-Center Experience

Background: Spinal epidural abscess (SEA) is an uncommon condition that can evolve to severe neurologic deficit or death if the diagnosis is delayed. We noticed an increase in the number of cases of SEA, with the majority in patients with chronic renal failure. The purpose of the study was to investigate the relationship between chronic renal failure (CRF) and spinal epidural abscess (SEA). Materials and Methods: This retrospective study was conducted with the medical records of CRF patients who were treated for SEA in a single tertiary center. Clinical and demographic characteristics of the patients (age, gender, clinical symptoms, underlying conditions, predisposing factors, level of the abscess, causative organisms, preoperative motor status), treatments and outcomes were reviewed retrospectively. Levels of inflammatory markers (white blood cell, C-reactive protein, and erythrocyte sedimentation rate) and albumin were evaluated. Results: Seven (58.3%) males and five (41.7%) females, with a mean age of 65.7±8.6 years (range, 56 to 82 years) were evaluated in this study. The most common symptoms were back pain and motor weakness. The functional status of 4 patients (33.3%) was unchanged after surgery, while seven patients (58.3%) had functional improvements. Significant improvements were observed regarding blood levels of inflammatory markers and albumin after the treatments. Conclusion: The present study showed that surgical procedures have an important role in the management of SEA in patients with CRF.

A Case Report of Cervical Abscess in Patients with Communication Difficulties Since Different Language

A Case Report of Cervical Abscess in Patients with Communication Difficulties Since Different Language

EFSUMB Recommendations for Gastrointestinal Ultrasound Part 3: Endorectal, Endoanal and Perineal Ultrasound.

This article represents part 3 of the EFSUMB Recommendations and Guidelines for Gastrointestinal Ultrasound (GIUS). It provides an overview of the examination techniques recommended by experts in the field of endorectal/endoanal ultrasound (ERUS/EAUS), as well as perineal ultrasound (PNUS). The most important indications are rectal tumors and inflammatory diseases like fistula and abscesses in patients with or without inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). PNUS sometimes is more flexible and convenient compared to ERUS. However, the technique of ERUS is quite well established, especially for the staging of rectal cancer. EAUS also gained ground in the evaluation of perianal diseases like fistulas, abscesses and incontinence. For the staging of perirectal tumors, the use of PNUS in addition to conventional ERUS could be recommended. For the staging of anal carcinomas, PNUS can be a good option because of the higher resolution. Both ERUS and PNUS are considered excellent guidance methods for invasive interventions, such as the drainage of fluids or targeted biopsy of tissue lesions. For abscess detection and evaluation, contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) also helps in therapy planning.

Management of cervical spine epidural abscess: a systematic review.

Background:Cervical spinal epidural abscess (CSEA) is a localized infection between the thecal sac and cervical spinal column which may result in neurological deficit and death if inadequately treated. Two treatment options exist: medical management and surgical intervention. Our objective was to analyze CSEA patient outcomes in order to determine the optimal method of treatment.Methods:An electronic literature search for relevant case series and retrospective reviews was conducted through June 2016. Data abstraction and study quality assessment were performed by two independent reviewers. A lack of available data led to a post hoc decision not to perform meta-analysis of the results; study findings were synthesized qualitatively.Results:927 studies were identified, of which 11 were included. Four studies were ranked as good quality, and seven ranked as fair quality. In total, data from 173 patients were included. Mean age was 55 years; 61.3% were male. Intravenous drug use was the most common risk factor for CSEA development. Staphylococcus aureus was the most commonly cultured pathogen. 140 patients underwent initial surgery, an additional 18 patients were surgically treated upon failure of medical management, and 15 patients were treated with antibiotics alone.Conclusion:The rates of medical management failure described in our review were much higher than those reported in the literature for thoracolumbar spinal epidural abscess patients, suggesting that CSEA patients may be at a greater risk for poor outcomes following nonoperative treatment. Thus, early surgery appears most viable for optimizing CSEA patient outcomes. Further research is needed in order to corroborate these recommendations.

A comparison of clinical characteristics and outcome in pyogenic liver abscess patients with and without diabetes mellitus: A case-control study

Background: Pyogenic liver abscess (PLA) is a relatively rare and potentially life-threatening disease. The incidence of PLA has been increasing steadily over the past few decades. PLA is relatively common in patients with diabetes mellitus (DM). Although multiple studies have explored the relationship between PLA and DM, it remains controversial, and the evidence comes primarily from case reports. Because of this, more studies are necessary to compare the characteristics of PLA patients with and without DM to explore the relationship between PLA and DM. Materials and Methods: A total of 115 PLA patients admitted in Beijing Luhe Hospital from December 2012 to August 2017 were divided into two groups based on the presence of DM (the DM group and the non-DM group) for the comparison of clinical characteristics and outcomes of patients. Chi-square, Fisher's exact, and t-tests were used to analyze the differences between the two groups. Results: Of 115 patients included, 50.4% of patients had DM. The DM group had a lower prevalence of abdominal pain (28% vs. 51%, P = 0.011) and pain to palpation (48% vs. 67%, P = 0.046). Moreover, the DM group had a higher prevalence of misdiagnosis (45% vs. 16%, P = 0.001) and poor outcomes (9% vs. 0%, P = 0.03). Conclusions: We found that patients with DM may have less typical symptoms of PLA than those without DM, which may explain the higher prevalence of misdiagnosis of PLA in patients with DM. Moreover, patients with DM have worse outcomes than those without DM.

A Rare Case of Primary Tuberculous Otitis Media with Bezold's Abscess.

Tuberculous Otitis Media is a rare clinical presentation. The signs and symptoms are variable that leads to delayed diagnosis and treatment. Persistent ear discharge not responding to topical and systemic antibiotics should be considered for investigation of tuberculosis. We report a case of Primary Tuberculous Otitis Media who presented with Bezold's Abscess. Patient underwent Mastoidectomy. Diagnosis was made with the Histopathological examination of the suspicious extensive pale granulation tissue. Patient was started on ATT immediately. Greater awareness regarding the disease is needed to make an early diagnosis. Late diagnosis increases the risk of complications. Anti Tubercular Therapy is the treatment of choice. Surgical intervention may be added to drug therapy. In cases with complications, radical surgery will be needed. Bezold's abscess is a rare complication of Otitis Media. CT imaging should be considered in suspected neck abscess patients with history of ear discharge to rule out aural cause of abscess.

Risk of Appendiceal Neoplasm in Periappendicular Abscess in Patients Treated With Interval Appendectomy vs Follow-up With Magnetic Resonance Imaging

The step after conservative treatment of periappendicular abscess arouses controversy, ranging from recommendations to abandon interval appendectomy based on low recurrence rates of the precipitating diagnosis to performing routine interval appendectomy owing to novel findings of increased neoplasm risk at interval appendectomy. To our knowledge, there are no randomized clinical trials with sufficient patient numbers comparing these treatments. To compare interval appendectomy and follow-up with magnetic resonance imaging after initial successful nonoperative treatment of periappendicular abscess. The Peri-Appendicitis Acuta randomized clinical trial was a multicenter, noninferiority trial conducted in 5 hospitals in Finland. All patients between age 18 and 60 years with periappendicular abscess diagnosed by computed tomography and successful initial nonoperative treatment from January 2013 to April 2016 were included. Data analysis occurred from April 2016 to September 2017. Patients were randomized either to interval appendectomy or follow-up with magnetic resonance imaging; all patients underwent colonoscopy. The primary end point was treatment success, defined as an absence of postoperative morbidity in the appendectomy group and appendicitis recurrence in the follow-up group. Secondary predefined end points included neoplasm incidence, inflammatory bowel disease, length of hospital stay, and days of sick leave. A total of 60 patients were included (36 men [60%]; median [interquartile range] age: interval appendectomy group, 49 [18-60] years; follow-up group, 47 [22-61] years). An interim analysis in April 2016 showed a high rate of neoplasm (10 of 60 [17%]), with all neoplasms in patients older than 40 years. The trial was prematurely terminated owing to ethical concerns. Two more neoplasms were diagnosed after study termination, resulting in an overall neoplasm incidence of 20% (12 of 60). On study termination, the overall morbidity rate of interval appendectomy was 10% (3 of 30), and 10 of the patients in the follow-up group (33%) had undergone appendectomy. The neoplasm rate after periappendicular abscess in this small study population was high, especially in patients older than 40 years. If this considerable rate of neoplasms after periappendicular abscess is validated by future studies, it would argue for routine interval appendectomy in this setting. ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT03013686.

Bacteria Pattern, Results of Antibiotic Sensitivity Test, and Complications of Deep Neck Abscess Patients in Dr. Soetomo General Hospital

Introduction: Deep Neck Abscess is the accumulation of pus inside the potential space between the deep neck fasciae. The incidence has decreased dramatically since the antibiotic era. Empirical antibiotics are administered before the sensitivity test results out, so it is important to know the map of bacteria and its resistance.Methods: This study was conducted retrospectively using medical records of patients with deep neck abscess in Dr. Soetomo General Hospital Surabaya during January 2014-December 2017. Data recorded included gender, age, location, results of bacteria culture examination, antibiotic sensitivity test, and complications that occurred. Data is processed descriptively. Results: Of the 162 patients, 102 (62.96%) were males, followed by 60 females (37.04%). The 46-60 years old group has the largest percentage (33.95%). Whereas the most common location of abscess was in the submandibular (42.59%). Pus culture test, most bacteria is Klebsiella pneumonia (13.04%). While the sensitivity test shows that meropenem has the highest sensitivity number (73.58). Most complications were sepsis, in 48 patients (29.63%). Conclusion: Klebsiella pneumonia, Staphylococcus aureus, and Streptococcus anginosus are the most common etiologies in deep neck abscess. Meropenem, cefoperazone-sulbactam, and oxacillin are the most sensitive antibiotics.

Lingual Abscess: Predisposing Factors, Pathophysiology, Clinical Manifestations, Diagnosis, and Management.

Lingual abscess is a rare disorder, and current knowledge regarding clinical manifestations and treatment modalities has not been well established. This study presented 6 cases of lingual abscess patients between January 2012 and December 2017. There were three men and three women. Median age was 54 years. Odynophagia and local pain were the common presenting symptoms. Local trauma was the main predisposing factor of anterior abscess, while lingual tonsillitis or infected thyroglossal cyst was the predisposing factor of posterior abscess. An impending airway obstruction was identified in two patients, requiring tracheostomy. All patients achieved an excellent outcome with a combination of surgical drainage and proper antibiotics as well as using proper investigation for detecting unusual areas of lingual abscess. According to the data from the study's results and review of the relevant literature, an abscess located at the anterior two-thirds of the tongue is easy to diagnose while the posterior one-third of the tongue abscess is relative difficulty. Using contrast-enhanced computed tomography increases diagnostic accuracy, especially on the tongue base and deep space infection. The management strategies include (1) protecting the airway, (2) draining the abscess by needle aspiration or surgery, and (3) administering antibiotics early. Our series showed a superiority of surgical drainage when the patients present with marked tissue edema, deep loculated infection, and airway obstruction.

Risk Factors in Descending Necrotizing Mediastinitis Following Submandibular Abscess at dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital in Januari 2012 – Juli 2016

Introduction . Descending necrotizing mediastinitis (DNM) encountered problem of a high mortality rate. The increasing number of incidence and the need of immediate intervention DNM cases urge surgeons to manage early preventions dan adequate therapy. The purpose of this study is to find risk factors that correlate to the incidence of DNM in submandibular abscess patients. Method . Cross sectional study conducted enrolling all patients diagnosed with submandibular abscess that developed to DNM and treated surgically in emergency operating theater in period of January 2012 to July 2016 were reviewed. Mediastinitis which was not following submandibular abscess, those were not treated surgically or treated by other than the division of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, and those of pediatrics were not included on the study. The incidence of DNM was the dependent variable on the study; risk factors such as gender, age, body mass index (BMI), comorbid(s), leukocyte counts, and microorganism(s) were independent variables on the study. Results. There were 68 subjects enrolled on the study. The met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Subjects characteristics are shown in table 1. Septic condition, surgical intervention, postoperative complications, and mortality are shown in table 2. There was no correlation between gender (p = 0.656), age (p = 0.763), comorbid(s) (p = 0.767 and 0.952). It also found that leukocyte counts, and cultured microorganism(s) showed no significant correlation. Conclusion . Not a single risk factor specifically correlate to the incidence of DNM in subjects with submandibular abscess. Thus, so those with submandibular abscess have a same risk to have DNM developed. Keywords : descending necrotizing mediastinitis, submandibular abscess, risk factors

Use of Undecylenamide Propyl Betaine and Polyhexamidine in the Treatment of Mammary Abscess with Mammotome System

Objective: To investigate the application value of elemene amidopropyl betaine and polyhexamidine (Prontosan wound irrigation solution) in the treatment of breast abscess with Mammotome system and abscess incision and drainage. Methods: Totally 80 breast abscess patients treated in our hospital were randomly divided into 2 groups, which were divided into two groups: the control group and the control group. The two groups were treated with undecylenamide propyl betaine Polygonum biguanide (Prontosan wound irrigation solution) repeated washing, and give the conventional dressing, t test was used to compare the two groups of wound healing time, dressing change, dressing pain situation, the use of 2 test to compare the two groups of patients relapse rate . Results: Compared with incision and drainage group, the wound healing time was shorter, the number of dressings was less, the degree of dressing change was lighter, the relapse rate between two groups was higher than that of the control group low.

A comparison of pyogenic liver abscess in patients with or without diabetes: a retrospective study of 246 cases

BackgroundPyogenic liver abscess(PLA) has become common in patients with diabetes mellitus (DM), but it is unclear whether differences exist between patients with and without DM. A retrospective study was performed to identify these differences, summarize the clinical experience, and improve the diagnosis and treatment of PLA.MethodsThe patients were enrolled in a teaching hospital from January 2012 to December 2016. The patients were separated into two groups based on comorbidity with diabetes mellitus (DM). The DM group was further separated into two subgroups according to the HbA1C concentration to investigate whether glycaemic control affected the clinical characteristics of PLA patients with DM. Chi-square, Fisher’s exact test, and t-tests were used to analyse and evaluate differences between the two groups.ResultsTwo hundred and forty-six PLA patients were identified and 90 (36.6%) had comorbid DM. Patients with DM were older, had higher levels of alkaline phosphatase and γ-glutamyl transferase, hypertension, a loss of body weight, a single abscess, and combined antibiotic therapy with the use of carbapenems and Klebsiella pneumoniae in their blood cultures but a less frequent history of abdominal surgery and Escherichia coli in their pus cultures. When DM patients were compared to non-DM patients, each of these differences was significant (P < 0.05). Diabetic PLA patients with poor glycaemic control had a significantly higher proportion of fever and both lobes abscess(P < 0.05).ConclusionPLA patients with diabetes are older, have more serious complications, a higher prevalence of cardiovascular disease, an increased use of combined antibiotic therapy with carbapenem, and K. pneumoniae as the predominant pathogen, but these patients had fewer abdominal surgeries and fewer E. coli infections. In addition, poorly controlled glycaemia in diabetic PLA patients is associated with high incidence of fever and both lobes abscess.

Klebsiella pneumoniae Type VI Secretion System Contributes to Bacterial Competition, Cell Invasion, Type-1 Fimbriae Expression, and In Vivo Colonization.

BackgroundWe previously isolated a Klebsiella pneumoniae strain, NTUH-K2044, from a community-acquired pyogenic liver abscess (PLA) patient. Analysis of the NTUH-K2044 genome revealed that this strain harbors 2 putative type VI secretion system (T6SS)-encoding gene clusters.MethodsThe distribution of T6SS genes in the PLA and intestinal-colonizing K pneumoniae clinical isolates was examined. icmF1-, icmF2-, icmF1/icmF2-, and hcp-deficient K pneumoniae strains were constructed using an unmarked deletion method. The roles of T6SSs in antibacterial activity, type-1 fimbriae expression, cell adhesion, and invasion and intestinal colonization were determined.ResultsThe prevalence of T6SSs is higher in the PLA strains than in the intestinal-colonizing strains (37 of 42 vs 54 of 130). Deletion of icmF1/icmF2 and hcp genes significantly reduced interbacterial and intrabacterial killing. Strain deleted for icmF1 and icmF2 exhibited decreased transcriptional expression of type-1 fimbriae and reduced adherence to and invasion of human colorectal epithelial cells and was attenuated for in vivo competition to enable colonization of the host gut. Finally, Hcp expression in K pneumoniae was silenced by the histone-like nucleoid structuring protein via direct binding.ConclusionsThese results provide new insights into T6SS-mediated bacterial competition and attachment in K pneumoniae and could facilitate the prevention of K pneumoniae infection.

Predictors of intratonsillar abscess versus peritonsillar abscess in the pediatric patient

ObjectiveTo determine the incidence of intratonsillar abscess (ITA) patients within the population of patients diagnosed with peritonsillar abscess (PTA) and to further characterize the differences in symptomatology and successful treatment strategies between the two groups. MethodsThis study is a retrospective chart review of patients diagnosed with PTA or ITA at our institution from 2000 to 2017. Descriptive and inferential statistics are reported, including univariate and multivariate analyses. ResultsA total of 335 pediatric (<18 years) patients presenting with a PTA or ITA were identified, 31 (9%) of whom were diagnosed with ITA. Patients with ITAs had significantly lower proportions of trismus, otalgia, and dysphagia and were less likely to experience acute progression from their initial symptoms. The ITA group had fewer attempted aspiration and drainage attempts, with those attempts significantly less successful than for the PTA group. Recurrence was uncommon in ITA patients in comparison to PTA patients. ConclusionsIntratonsillar abscess should be considered in the differential diagnosis for patients presenting with sore throat and concern for a pharyngeal infection or abscess. These patients have a significantly lower proportion of otalgia, trismus, vocal changes, and dysphagia. Given the low success rate of drainage attempts and lower recurrence rate, diagnosing physicians should consider medical management rather than procedural drainage in this patient population.

The impact of previous abdominal surgery on clinical characteristics and prognosis of pyogenic liver abscess: A 10-year retrospective study of 392 patients.

Many pyogenic liver abscess (PLA) patients underwent abdominal surgery before. However, little is known about the impact of previous abdominal surgery on the clinical characteristics and prognosis of PLA.The clinical data of 392 adult PLA patients who received treatment at our hospital from January 1, 2007 to December 31, 2016 were collected. The demographic data, cause, comorbidities, surgery history, clinical features, laboratory results, imaging findings, microbiological characteristics, choices of treatment, and clinical outcomes were analyzed.In all, 177 PLA patients (45.2%) underwent abdominal surgery before. The median time for the occurrence of PLA after the most recent abdominal surgery was 2.0 (interquartile range 0.25, 6.0) years. PLA patients with a previous abdominal surgery history were more likely to have underlying diseases and presented with more abnormal laboratory values. Klebsiella pneumonia and Escherichia coli were the most common pathogens. Previous abdominal surgery appeared to increase the incidence of E coli. More PLA patients without a previous abdominal surgery history required surgical drainage. However, there were no differences in PLA-related complications, days required for temperature normalization, and length of hospital stay between the 2 groups.Because a large number of PLA patients had a history of abdominal surgery, and proper screening should be performed for patients with any suspicion of a liver abscess after abdominal surgery. Despite the differences in the coexisting conditions, clinical and microbiological characteristics between PLA patients with and without a previous abdominal surgery history, the overall short-term outcomes were comparable.

Characterization of pathogens isolated from cutaneous abscesses in patients evaluated by the dermatology service at an emergency department

Objective: Emergency department (ED) visits for the treatment of skin abscesses have increased with the emergence of community-associated methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (CAMRSA). There is limited information about the bacteriology of cutaneous abscesses evaluated in ED in Puerto Rico. The purpose of our study was to characterize the pathogens cultured from abscesses of patients in the ED consulted to the Dermatology Service of University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. Methods: Patients with skin abscesses consulted to the Dermatology Service by the ED of P.R. Medical Center from 2012 to 2017 were included. Data retrieved included demographic information, past medical history, prior antibiotic use, distribution of lesions, and treatment provided. Bacteriology results and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns from cultured skin lesions were recorded. Results: Ninety patients diagnosed with skin abscess were evaluated. All patients underwent incision and drainage; this was the sole treatment in two patients. The most frequently administered systemic therapy was oral clindamycin in 32 patients (36%). A total of 66 patients (73%) had S. aureus isolates, most of them (85%) MRSA. Among the isolates with MRSA, 14.3% were resistant to clindamycin. All MRSA strains were susceptible to tetracycline and vancomycin. Conclusion: There is a high prevalence of MRSA causing abscesses in the Hispanic population evaluated in an ED in Puerto Rico. Systemic antibiotic use for the treatment of skin abscesses after incision and drainage remains high despite published guidelines arguing against their widespread use. Clindamycin resistance in our patient population appears to be more frequent than previously reported.

Improving the abscess patient journey in an east london district general hospital

Improving the abscess patient journey in an east london district general hospital

Application of transitional care based on mobile APP in postoperative rehabilitation of patients with perianal abscess

Objective To explore the application effects of transitional care base on mobile APP for perianal abscess patients with postoperative rehabilitation. Methods A total of 97 perianal abscess patients, who were treated in the Department of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine of West China Hospital of Sichuan University from February 2015 to February 2016, were divided into observation group (n=49) and control group (n=48) by the random number table. Patients in the control group were followed up by phone call, while patients in the observation group were given transitional care based on mobile APP with apricot trees-chart file. Wexner incontinence score, clinical recovery time and postoperative abscess recurrence rate, wound false-healing rate and the incidence of anal fistula were compared between the two groups after discharge. Results One month after discharge, the anus Wexner score of patients in observation group was (7.51±1.60) and the wound healing time was (20.71±2.48) d, which were all lower than that of the control group, and the differences were statistically significant (t=7.355, 15.291; P<0.01) . The recurrence rate of abscess in the observation group was 2.0%, the rate of wound pseudo-healing was 8.2%, the incidence of anal fistula was 16.3%, and the control group was 14.6%, 27.1% and 37.5%, the two groups had statistically significant differences (χ2= 5.603, 6.005, 5.541; P<0.05) . Conclusions Transitional care base on mobile APP can effectively reduce complications and improve anal function recovery in patients with perianal abscess patients. Key words: Anus diseases; Perianal abscess; Transitional care; Mobile application

Intraoral odontogenic abscesses in patients of The Department of Oral Surgery at the Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin: 7 years of observation

Introduction: Intraoral abscesses are mainly odontogenic abscesses which need ambulatory treatment, which often involves the extraction of the causal tooth. This is a clinical analysis of occurrence and treatment of an odontogenic abscess in patients of The Department Oral Surgery at the Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin treated between 2010-2016. Material/Methods: The estimate made was based on medical records between the years 2010-2016. Research applied to 327 patients, comprising 183 males and 144 females. The age of the patients ranged from 3 to 87. In the data analysis the patients’ demographic data, treatment, location and causes of abscess were taken into account. Results: The largest age group in which abscesses occurred was comprised of people between the ages of 21-30. Abscess occurrence was more common in males. The molar was the most common causal tooth in permanent as well as primary dentition. The most common abscess location was vestibule of the oral cavity. Conclusions: Due to hygiene negligence, a large amount of odontogenic tissue inflammation and intraoral abscesses have been found to require surgical intervention despite widespread access to dental care. The most important in abscess treatment is surgical incision; pharmacotherapy should be additional treatment. The most common antibiotic used for inflammation treatment was clindamycin.