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  • Title: A rare cause of Ludwig's angina by Morganella morganii.
    Author: Ho MP, Tsai KC, Yen SL, Lu CL, Chen CH.
    Journal: J Infect; 2006 Oct; 53(4):e191-4. PubMed ID: 16483664.
    Abstract:
    Ludwig's angina is a rapidly spreading and potentially lethal infection involving the floor of the mouth and neck. We present a rare case of Ludwig's angina caused by an unusual microorganism, Morganella morganii, and the group D alpha-hemolytic streptococcus. To our knowledge, this is the first case of Ludwig's angina and deep neck infection caused by Morganella morganii. Adequate airway maintenance, appropriate use of antibiotics and surgical drainage resulted in survival of the patient without complications.
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