PMC5440272_01
shows bilateral enlarged tonsils (grade III to IV) obstructing 95% of the oral cavity, an edematous uvula with slight deviation to the left, and a congested and edematous soft palate.
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Oral examination revealed an abundance of secretion, which was removed by suction, bilateral enlarged tonsils (grade III to IV) obstructing 95% of the oral cavity, an edematous uvula with slight deviation to the left, and a congested and edematous soft palate (Fig. 1).
shows bilateral ring enhancement in the peritonsillar area,indicating bilateral PTA, which was more evident on the right side (3 mm).
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Contrast-enhanced computed tomography (Fig. 2) revealed bilateral PTA, which was more evident on the right side (3 mm).
shows pus draining out after incision under general anesthesia.
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We performed an incision at the superior portion of both anterior pillars, and then drained the pus under general anesthesia (Fig. 3).