Epiglottitis (Adult)
Epiglottitis (Adult)
Epiglottitis (Adult)

    This x-ray shows the enlarged epiglottis (thumb sign—see arrow) characteristic of epiglottitis and distention of the hypopharynx. Note the posteriorly displaced, thickened epiglottis.

Image provided by Clarence T. Sasaki, MD.

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