Current trend of antibiotic prescription and management for peritonsillar abscess: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

There are no consensus guidelines for managing peritonsillar abscess (PTA) despite its prevalence. In order to devise best practice guidelines, current practice patterns must first be established.

Methods

This was a cross-sectional study, surveying Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery trainees (residents and fellows) and consultant (academic and community). The primary outcome was the type and duration of outpatient antibiotic prescription. Secondary outcomes included differences in workup, management, prescription, and follow-up.

Results

There were 57 respondents to the survey; 24 (42%) trainees (residents/fellows) and 33 (58%) consultants. On average, each respondent managed an average of 15.2 (SD 11.2) PTAs within the last year. All respondents prescribed o

SUBMITTER: Wu V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8035939 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature