Meningitis with septic shock resulting from odontogenic infection misdiagnosed as closed-lock in temporomandibular disorder: A case report and literature review.

Infections of the pterygomandibular space may be misdiagnosed as TMD, owing to the main symptoms of restricted mouth opening and pain on mouth opening. A prompt and appropriate diagnosis is crucial because these infections can lead to life-threatening complications. A detailed interview, along with additional blood tests and computed tomography (CT) scans, can aid in making an accurate diagnosis.