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Area of Science:

  • Medical research
  • Infectious diseases
  • Surgical pathology

Background:

  • Iliopsoas abscess (IPA) is a rare condition with a low reported incidence.
  • Primary iliopsoas abscesses are increasingly common.
  • The clinical presentation of IPA is often non-specific, leading to diagnostic challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the presentation, diagnosis, and management of iliopsoas abscesses.
  • To analyze treatment outcomes and identify factors influencing recurrence.
  • To emphasize the importance of early diagnosis in managing IPA.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 15 consecutive IPA cases over a 3-year period.
  • Data collected included demographics, clinical features, predisposing factors, and investigations.
  • Abscesses were classified as primary or secondary; treatment and outcomes were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • Nine of 15 patients had fever; 14 were anemic with elevated inflammatory markers.
  • Only five patients presented with the classic triad of pain, fever, and limp.
  • Median diagnostic time was 3 days; median hospital stay was 27 days. Mortality rate was 20%.

Conclusions:

  • The incidence of IPA may be under-reported, with vague presentations causing diagnostic delays and increased morbidity.
  • Percutaneous drainage (PCD) with antibiotics is the primary treatment, though recurrence rates are high.
  • Open drainage is considered for secondary abscesses to address underlying pathology.