Epiglottitis

• WHat causes acute epiglottitis?

  H. influenzae type B
• What are some features of epiglottitis?


  Rapid onset

  High temp

  Stridor

  Drooling

  Tripod position
• What will imaging show for epiglottitis?


  Thumb sign - swelling of epiglottis
• How is epiglottitis managed?

  Emergency airway support

  Oxygen

  IV antibiotics