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This study identifies demographic characteristics and risk factors for complications associated with deep neck space infections.

Demographic and risk factor analysis of deep neck space infections at Cairo university hospitals

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Prospective cohort study analyzes risk factors and complications of deep neck space infections in urban patients, suggesting dental care is crucial.

This study identifies demographic characteristics and risk factors for complications associated with deep neck space infections.
Prospective cohort study including 60 patients with deep neck space infections.
Patients divided into unilateral and bilateral submandibular space infection groups.
Demographic data, etiology, laboratory findings, microbiology, and treatment outcomes were analyzed.
58.3% of patients were male; mean age was 38.4 years.
Bilateral infections showed higher total leukocyte counts and incidence of unknown etiology.
Diabetes mellitus significantly linked to bilateral infections and complications.

Atef et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Prospective cohort study analyzes risk factors and complications of deep neck space infections in urban patients, suggesting dental care is crucial.