Intra-abdominal abscess in the 1980s

Journal Article · Mon Jun 01 04:00:00 EDT 1987 · Surg. Clin. North Am.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6476055

Lurie, K; Plzak, L; Deveney, C W

Prompt recognition, early localization, and adequate drainage have contributed to the decreased morbidity and mortality rates associated with intra-abdominal abscess in the last decade. The physical examination, ultrasonography, computed tomography, and radionuclide scans provide information that leads to early detection and localization of abscess in almost all patients. Percutaneous drainage should be the initial procedure unless specific indications for surgery exist. 36 references.

• Research Organization: Univ. of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia
• OSTI ID: 6476055
• Journal Information: Surg. Clin. North Am.; (United States), Journal Name: Surg. Clin. North Am.; (United States) Vol. 3; ISSN SCNAA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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62 RADIOLOGY AND NUCLEAR MEDICINE
ABDOMEN
ABSCESSES
BODY
BODY AREAS
COMPUTERIZED TOMOGRAPHY
COUNTING TECHNIQUES
DIAGNOSIS
DIAGNOSTIC TECHNIQUES
DRAINAGE
MORTALITY
PATHOLOGICAL CHANGES
RADIOISOTOPE SCANNING
TOMOGRAPHY
ULTRASONOGRAPHY