The Journal of laryngology and otology · 2008
Diphtheria: a case report.
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Khodaei I, Sinha A, Dingle A
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OBJECTIVE: We report a case of diphtheria in an elderly patient, with a fatal outcome.
METHOD: Case report and a review of the literature concerning the current recommended guidelines on detection of, and response to, diphtheria.
RESULTS: Although still rare, cases of diphtheria are being reported with increasing frequency in the UK, possibly as a result of immigration and travel. A high index of suspicion, rapid detection of carriers, and instigation of treatment and vaccination are the mainstays of management.
CONCLUSION: Diphtheria can mimic other forms of acute upper airway obstruction and can lead to a fatal outcome. Otorhinolaryngological surgeons need to consider this re-emergent disease as a potential diagnosis in patients with an unusual presentation of airway obstruction.
METHOD: Case report and a review of the literature concerning the current recommended guidelines on detection of, and response to, diphtheria.
RESULTS: Although still rare, cases of diphtheria are being reported with increasing frequency in the UK, possibly as a result of immigration and travel. A high index of suspicion, rapid detection of carriers, and instigation of treatment and vaccination are the mainstays of management.
CONCLUSION: Diphtheria can mimic other forms of acute upper airway obstruction and can lead to a fatal outcome. Otorhinolaryngological surgeons need to consider this re-emergent disease as a potential diagnosis in patients with an unusual presentation of airway obstruction.