Pelvic Abscess after Cesarean Section Treated with Laparoscopic Drainage

Area of Science:

• Gynecology
• Surgical Innovation
• Infectious Disease Management

Background:

• Cesarean section (CS) rates are rising globally, increasing the potential for associated complications.
• Pelvic abscess following CS is an uncommon but serious condition, often posing treatment difficulties.

Observation:

• Two patients developed pelvic abscesses in the pouch of Douglas and uterine scar post-CS.
• Symptoms included lower abdominal pain and fever several days after the procedure.
• Imaging confirmed pelvic abscesses unsuitable for interventional radiology drainage.

Findings:

• Laparoscopic drainage was successfully performed in both cases.
• Patients experienced infection resolution and were discharged within four days post-drainage.

Implications:

• Laparoscopic surgery presents a viable and effective minimally invasive option for treating pelvic abscesses after Cesarean section.
• This approach may improve patient outcomes and reduce recovery times for this rare complication.