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  • Interventional Radiology
  • Abdominal Surgery
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Percutaneous abscess drainage (PAD) is a well-established treatment for intra-abdominal fluid collections.
  • Its indications are expanding, with most abscesses being suitable for this approach.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the efficacy and applications of Percutaneous abscess drainage (PAD).
  • To highlight the role of PAD in managing complex collections and as a temporizing measure.

Main Methods:

  • Review of imaging modalities used in PAD, including ultrasound and CT.
  • Discussion of various effective catheter insertion techniques.
  • Emphasis on collaborative management strategies for complex cases.

Main Results:

  • PAD is a safe and effective treatment for a wide range of intra-abdominal abscesses.
  • Complex collections may necessitate a combined approach with surgical intervention.
  • PAD serves as a valuable temporizing procedure before definitive surgery.

Conclusions:

  • Percutaneous abscess drainage is a versatile and low-complication rate procedure.
  • PAD is a cornerstone in the management of intra-abdominal fluid collections.
  • Collaboration between interventional radiology and surgery optimizes patient outcomes.