J Korean Pediatr Soc.  1996 Dec;39(12):1763-1768.

A Case of Abdominal Wall Abscess

Affiliations
  • 1Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, Soonchunhyang University, Seoul, Korea.
  • 2Department of General Surgery, College of Medicine, Soonchunhyang University, Seoul, Korea.

Abstract

We experienced a case of abdominal wall abscess originated from abdominal wall hematoma in 3 year old girl, who complained of abdominal pain, fever and lethargy. On admission, abdominal ultrasonography, abdominal computed tomography, and diagnostic needle aspiration were performed. Incision was made over the abscess so necrotic tissue and pus were evacuated. A nelaton catheter drain was placed into abscess cavity and, irrigation was done daily with normal saline mixed with antibiotics. Postoperative course was uncomplicated and the patient was discharged on 17th hospital day.

Keyword

Abdominal wall abscess; Abdominal wall hematoma; Rectus sheath hematoma

MeSH Terms

Abdominal Pain
Abdominal Wall*
Abscess*
Anti-Bacterial Agents
Catheters
Child, Preschool
Female
Fever
Hematoma
Humans
Lethargy
Needles
Suppuration
Ultrasonography
Anti-Bacterial Agents
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