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peritonsillar abscess

NOUN
  1. a painful pus filled inflammation of the tonsils and surrounding tissues; usually a complication of tonsillitis

How To Use peritonsillar abscess In A Sentence

  • Peritonsillar abscess is a suppurative complication of pharyngitis or tonsillitis.
  • The published figure does not accurately depict a peritonsillar abscess, nor does it show correct needle placement and angulation for safe drainage of an abscess.
  • Objective To summarize the experiences in diagnosis and treatment of peritonsillar abscess.
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