Background: Descending necrotizing mediastinitis [DNM] is a serious complication of odontogenic infections, being associated with a high mortality rate. The diagnosis, classification, and management depend on computed tomography [CT] findings. Incision, drainage, and debridement represent the principal management. This study aimed to assess the prognosis in odontogenic DNM.

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牙源性下行坏死性纵隔炎预后评估：一项纵向回顾性研究

背景：下行坏死性纵隔炎 [DNM] 是牙源性感染的严重并发症，死亡率高。诊断、分类和管理取决于计算机断层扫描 [CT] 的发现。切开、引流和清创是主要管理方式。本研究旨在评估牙源性 DNM 的预后。