Mumps virus infection in adults: Three cases of supraglottic edema

Masayuki Ishida, Hiroaki Fushiki*, Makoto Morijiri, Motoyoshi Maruyama, Hitomi Motoshima, Masatsugu Asai, Yukio Watanabe

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Abstract

Mumps virus infections primarily involve the parotid glands and most frequently affect school-aged children. We present three unusual adult cases of mumps with dyspnea secondary to severe swelling of the salivary glands and review previously reported cases in the literature. Dyspnea developed progressively after the onset of salivary gland swelling. Laryngoscopy revealed an advanced edematous change in the supraglottis obstructing the airway. In two cases, tracheotomy was needed because of rapid worsening of the supraglottic edema. Questioning regarding breathing problems and laryngoscopic examination is therefore recommended when one encounters a mumps case with combined parotid and salivary gland swelling.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)2221-2223
Number of pages3
JournalLaryngoscope
Volume116
Issue number12
DOIs
StatePublished - 2006/12

Keywords

  • Adult mumps virus infection
  • Dyspnea
  • Tracheotomy

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Otorhinolaryngology

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