Infratemporal Space Infection

Infratemporal space infection is deep abscess/cellulitis of the infratemporal fossa, usually odontogenic or after block anesthesia, presenting with deep facial pain, trismus, swelling, and risk of cranial spread (cavernous sinus). Treatment: intravenous antibiotics; drainage (trans-oral/external imaging-guided); treat odontogenic source; monitor cranial/orbital spread; imaging (CT); follow-up.

Common Symptoms

Deep facial pain; trismus; swelling; by odontogenic/anesthesia

Causes and Pathogenesis

Odontogenic/injection infection spreads to deep infratemporal fossa.

Treatment

Antibiotics; drainage; treat source; monitor cranial spread; imaging

Preventive Measures

Aseptic technique for block anesthesia; treat dental infections early.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Oral-maxillofacial-surgery/ENT/Neurosurgery department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.