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Retropharyngeal Abscess Definition
Common names:
  • Abscess Behind Throat
  • Abscess Retropharyngeal
  • Pharyngeal Abscess
  • Retropharyngeal Abscess
  • Throat Abscess
A person with a retropharyngeal abscess has a collection of pus in the soft tissue in the back of the throat, caused by a bacterial infection. Images

This is a rare, serious infection that occurs most commonly in children.

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Last Updated: Sep 10, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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