Summary
This randomized controlled clinical trial compared surgical incision and drainage (I&D) to ultrasound-guided drainage (USD) for well-defined deep neck space abscesses (DNAs). The primary outcome measures were effectiveness (length of hospital stay and safety), and the secondary outcome measure was the overall cost to the healthcare system.
The study found that USD resulted in a significantly shorter hospital stay and substantial cost savings, making it an effective and cost-efficient alternative for certain patients with DNAs.
