Author/Authors :
Adeyemo, A University of Ibadan - Institute of Child Health, Nigeria , Adeosun, A University of Ibadan, Nigeria , Adedapo, K University of Ibadan, Nigeria , adeyemo, a. , adeosun, a. , adedapo, k.
Abstract :
Thyroid abscess is a rare condition of the thyroid gland. The common causative organisms responsible for thyroid abscess are Staphylococci and Streptococci species. We described a case of thyroid abscess due to Klebsiella pneumoniae in an infant. The patient was successfully treated with open surgical drainage and appropriate antimicrobial agents.
Keywords :
Thyroid , Abscess , Klebsiella Pneumoniae , Acute Suppurative Thyroiditis
