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Retropharyngeal Abscess

Medical Definition:	A soft tissue infection of the throat with entry usually by the pharynx but sometimes as an extension of a lateral neck infection resulting from a neck injury. The major risk is upper airway obstruction caused by pharyngeal swelling. (Daniel R. Masys, from a written communication)
Guide Notes:	for coord read note on ABSCESS
Previously Indexed:	Abscess (1977-1992),Pharyngeal Diseases (1977-1992),Pharyngitis (1979-1990),Pharynx (1984-1992)

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