Abdominopelvic Abscess / Collection Drainage

Percutaneous drain placement into an abdominal/pelvic abscess or fluid collection.

Drainage and Aspiration

Abdominopelvic Abscess / Collection Drainage

Synonyms : abdominal abscess drainage, percutaneous pelvic collection drainage

Background

Post-operative, post-infectious or post-traumatic collections.

Procedure

Seldinger technique drain placement under CT/US. Duration: 20-40 minutes.

Risks

Organ injury, superinfection, drain obstruction/displacement.

Recovery

Drain remains days to weeks. Regular monitoring.

Practical information

Local anesthesia. Outpatient procedure (return home the same day).