Primary Lung Abscess in Early Infancy.

ABSTRACT

Background: Lung abscess is rare in early infancy. Case characteristics We report two infants with lung abscess, who presented with short respiratory illness.Intervention Infants were managed with broad spectrum antibiotics including Clindamycin. Needle aspiration was attempted in one case. Message High index of suspicion in infants with respiratory distress of prolonged duration can help in reaching the diagnosis.