The fascial spaces involved in ludwig's angina are___________?
Correct answer: A. Bilateral - submandibular sublingual & submental spaces
- A. Bilateral - submandibular sublingual & submental spaces
- B. Bilateral - submandibular & sublingual spaces
- C. Unilateral - submandibular sublingual & submental spaces
- D. Unilateral - submandibular & sublingual spaces
Explanation
Ludwig's angina is a bilateral cellulitis involving the submandibular, sublingual, and submental spaces, usually spreading across the floor of the mouth. Its bilateral, rapidly spreading nature creates the major risk of tongue elevation and airway obstruction.
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