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Comparison of the Dimension of the abscess in the CT scan at the admission among groups.
| History of previous recurrent tonsillitis | Dimension of the abscess in the CT scan (greater axis) (mm) | P value |
|---|---|---|
| Yes (n = 10) | 22.80 ± 7.30 | <0.05 |
| No (n = 8) | 15.30 ± 8.30 | |
| Drainage of the abscess at the admission | >0.05 | |
| Yes (n = 14) | 21.39 ± 8.52 | |
| No (n = 4) | 12.75 ± 3.69 | |
| History of previous DNI | >0.05 | |
| Yes (n = 3) | 14.67 ± 5.51 | |
| No (n = 15) | 20.43 ± 8.75 | |
