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Deep Neck Space Infections (DNSIs)

"last update: 5 August 2024"  

- Introduction, scope and audience

➡️Introduction and background

Deep neck space infection (DNSI) is defined as infection in the potential spaces and fascial planes of the neck. Early recognition of DNSI can be challenging due to the complex head and neck anatomy; hence, a high index of suspicion is required to prevent a delay in diagnosis and appropriate management.

➡️Scope 

to identify quality improvement opportunities in the management of DNSIs and to create explicit and actionable recommendations in the clinical practice.

➡️Target audience: Target users are ENT clinicians and specialists and residents to be used for the management of patients present with deep neck space infection (DNSI