Photogallery
Login
Archives
ABSTRACT
Unraveling the Trismus Trap: A Rare Case of Submasseteric Abscess in a Patient with TMJ Ankylosis
Saurav Prakash, Sneha Kachhap, Hitesh Kumar, Anant Sinha
ABSTRACT
Submasseteric space infection is a rare deep facial space infection that can pose diagnostic and management challenges due to its close proximity to critical anatomical structures and its potential to mimic other conditions such as parotid abscess. This report presents the case of a 33-year-old male with a history of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) ankylosis, who developed a submasseteric space abscess secondary to pericoronitis of an impacted third molar. In the literature there are very few publications documenting such variations. This case highlights the complexities of diagnosing and treating submasseteric space infections, especially in patients with predisposing conditions such as TMJ ankylosis. It underscores the importance of a multidisciplinary approach, imaging-guided diagnosis, and tailored surgical intervention for optimal outcomes.
[Full Text Article]