CT Imaging of Acute Neck Infections

Anne Keller, MD, FRCPC

Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Imaging, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
September, 2001

Presented at:
University of Toronto Organ Imaging and Pediatric Update, 2001
40 minutes duration.

Objectives:

• Understand the key role of CT scanning in the assessment of acute neck infections
• Review the normal CT anatomy of the neck
• Understand the planes and structures of the neck that are important when assessing acute neck infections
• Review the common areas and presentations of acute neck infections
• Summarize special cases such as necrotizing fasciitis of the neck, and infected developmental cysts

• This event is eligible for Section 2 CME credit as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and may also be incorporated into a personal learning project (PLP) under Section 4 (Structured Learning Projects).
• This event is eligible for one hour of Section 2 CME credit