Abstract |
Lung abscess was successfully treated with percutaneous drainage in 5 of 6 patients. Complete abscess resolution occurred in 4 patients, partial resolution in one, and no response in one. The duration of drainage ranged from 7 to 18 days (mean 15.5 days) in successful cases. The failure of drainage in one neurologically impaired patient was attributed to persistent aspiration. In 2 patients, concurrent pleural empyema was also cured. CT provided the anatomic details necessary for choosing the puncture site and avoiding puncture of the lung parenchyma. Percutaneous catheter drainage is a safe and effective method for treating lung abscess.
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Authors | H K Ha, M W Kang, J M Park, W J Yang, K S Shinn, Y W Bahk |
Journal | Acta radiologica (Stockholm, Sweden : 1987)
(Acta Radiol)
Vol. 34
Issue 4
Pg. 362-5
(Jul 1993)
ISSN: 0284-1851 [Print] England |
PMID | 8318298
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Adolescent
- Adult
- Aged
- Catheterization
- Child
- Drainage
(methods)
- Female
- Humans
- Lung Abscess
(diagnostic imaging, therapy)
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Radiography
- Ultrasonography
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