Ludwig’s angina in children

Abstract Ludwig’s angina is a potentially life-threatening, rapidly spreading, bilateral cellulitis of the submandibular spaces. It uncommonly occurs in adults and children and its early recognition is paramount. With early diagnosis, airway observation and management, aggressive intravenous antibiotic therapy, and judicious surgical intervention, this disease should resolve without any complications. Here, we report a case of Ludwig’s angina in a 14-year-old boy. We also review the relevant anatomy and discuss the clinical presentation and current management of this disease.