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Bursae and abscess cavities communicating with the hip: diagnosis using arthrography and CT

Conference · · Radiology; (United States)
OSTI ID:5269843
Bursae or abscess cavities communicating with the hip joint were demonstrated by hip arthrography or by computed tomography (CT) in 40 cases. The bursae or abscess cavities were associated with underlying abnormalities in the hip, including painful hip prostheses, infection, and inflammatory or degenerative arthritis. Symptoms may be produced directly as a result of infection or indirectly as a result of inflammation or pressure on adjacent structures. Hip arthrography can confirm a diagnosis of bursae and abscess cavities communicating with the hip joint in patients with hip pain or soft-tissue masses around the groin. Differentiation of enlarged bursae from other abnormalities is important to avoid unnecessary or incorrect surgery.
Research Organization:
Hospital for Special Surgery, New York City, NY
OSTI ID:
5269843
Report Number(s):
CONF-851152-
Conference Information:
Journal Name: Radiology; (United States) Journal Volume: 156:2
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English