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Piriformis pyomyositis: a report of three cases.

Abstract
Pyomyositis is a subacute infection of skeletal muscles. It can be life-threatening if diagnosis and treatment are delayed. Only 5 cases of isolated piriformis pyomyositis have been reported. We report signs and symptoms of piriformis pyomyositis in 3 women who were treated mainly with antibiotics. Computed tomography is useful in making the diagnosis. Early diagnosis and treatment may avoid surgical treatment and reduce mortality.
AuthorsC H Wong, S H Choi, K Y Wong
JournalJournal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong) (J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong)) Vol. 16 Issue 3 Pg. 389-91 (Dec 2008) ISSN: 1022-5536 [Print] England
PMID19126914 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
Topics
  • Aged
  • Buttocks
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Pyomyositis (complications, diagnosis, therapy)
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed

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