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Deep muscular abscess in upper back (15 cm on USG)

Asked for patient, 21 years Asked 8 Months ago

I have a deep muscular abscess in the left upper back/neck–shoulder blade area. Ultrasound shows a fluid collection in the muscle plane with tracking reported up to ~15 cm. Clinically, pain is mainly at one spot. Pus culture grew Staphylococcus sensitive to antibiotics; I’m currently on IV antibiotics. I’d like clarification on whether this usually represents one main pocket with tracking, the typical number/size of incisions needed, and the risk of recurrence after proper drainage.

2 doctor answers

Dr. Ganeshlakshman L
Dr. Ganeshlakshman L
General Surgeon
Bengaluru
Consult
It requires surgery. Kindly consult at clinic.
Answered 3 Months ago
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Dr. Ajit Kumar Varma
Dr. Ajit Kumar Varma
General Surgeon Podiatry
Kochi
Consult
After proper I & D chance of recurrence is minimal. Hoever US examination should be done before procedure to see for the extent of the collection, and surgery done accordingly. Follow up with antibiotica and proper dressings are important
Answered 1 Month ago
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