Related Experiment Video

Updated: Oct 21, 2026

Posterior Approach for Debridement of the Psoas Abscess
06:02

Posterior Approach for Debridement of the Psoas Abscess

Published on: March 2, 2020

[Psoas abscess, a rare and forgotten entity. Report of 6 cases]

J R Blanco1, M Múgica, J Salcedo

  • 1Servicio de Medicina Interna, Complejo Hospitalario San Millán-San Pedro, Logroño.

Anales De Medicina Interna (Madrid, Spain : 1984)
|May 16, 1998
PubMed

Insights

Psoas abscesses, often overlooked, are frequently caused by Staphylococcus aureus. Prompt antibiotic therapy and surgery lead to full recovery in patients with this condition.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Medical Microbiology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Psoas abscesses are uncommon intra-abdominal infections that can be challenging to diagnose.
  • Gram-positive bacteria, particularly Staphylococcus aureus, are the most common causative agents.
  • Associated pathologies often include vertebral and urologic conditions.

Observation:

  • A retrospective study reviewed six cases of psoas abscess.
  • The patient cohort consisted of five women and one man, with a median age of 65.83 years.
  • Common symptoms included fever and lumbar pain, with vertebral and urologic conditions as frequent comorbidities.

Findings:

  • Computed tomography (CT) was the primary diagnostic tool for all patients.
  • Accurate identification of causative microorganisms was crucial for treatment.
  • Prompt administration of appropriate antibiotic therapy combined with surgical intervention facilitated recovery.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering psoas abscess in the differential diagnosis of lumbar pain and fever.
  • Emphasizes the role of Staphylococcus aureus as a key pathogen.
  • Underscores the effectiveness of a combined medical and surgical approach for favorable patient outcomes.

More Related Videos

Surgical Approach and Complications of Stand-alone Lateral Trans-Psoas Interbody Fusion05:30

Surgical Approach and Complications of Stand-alone Lateral Trans-Psoas Interbody Fusion

Published on: February 14, 2025

A Retrospective Study on Endoscopic Surgery for the Treatment of Paravertebral Abscess in Spinal Tuberculosis Patients03:47

A Retrospective Study on Endoscopic Surgery for the Treatment of Paravertebral Abscess in Spinal Tuberculosis Patients

Published on: October 25, 2024

Related Concept Videos

Pneumothorax-I01:26

Pneumothorax-I

A pneumothorax is a condition where air builds up in the space between the lung and the chest wall, causing the lung to collapse. This condition arises when air enters the space between the parietal and visceral pleura, disrupting the negative pressure essential for lung inflation. This can lead to a partial or complete collapse of the lung.
Pneumothorax can be even further classified as spontaneous, traumatic, and tension pneumothorax.
Appendicitis-I: Introduction01:22

Appendicitis-I: Introduction

The appendix, a small, narrow, blind tube extending from the inferior part of the cecum, is widely regarded as a vestigial organ, having lost much of its original function through evolution. Despite its diminished role, the appendix can become inflamed, a condition known as appendicitis.
Etiology: Appendicitis can arise from various causes, primarily rooted in the obstruction of the appendix lumen. Factors contributing to this obstruction include fecal accumulation, lymphoid hyperplasia and, in...
Atypical Pneumonia01:14

Atypical Pneumonia

Atypical pneumonia, often caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae, is a form of pulmonary infection that differs from the classical presentation of bacterial pneumonia in both its cause and clinical symptoms. Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a pleomorphic bacterium notable for its lack of a rigid cell wall. This structural characteristic imparts resistance to beta-lactam antibiotics and significantly influences the bacterium’s behavior within the human host.Other pathogens responsible for the disease include...
Brain Abscess l: Introduction01:26

Brain Abscess l: Introduction

A brain abscess is a focal, intracerebral infection characterized by a localized collection of pus within the brain parenchyma, resulting from microbial invasion and the body’s inflammatory response. It progresses through stages: early and late cerebritis, followed by early and late capsule formation, reflecting tissue destruction, immune response, and eventual encapsulation.Etiology and PathogenesisCausative organisms vary with source and host factors, often involving polymicrobial infections,...
Pneumothorax II: Pathophysiology01:08

Pneumothorax II: Pathophysiology

Pneumothorax means the presence of air in the pleural space — the thin potential gap between the visceral and parietal pleura. This condition disrupts the normal pressure balance that keeps the lungs inflated, leading to partial or complete collapse of the affected lung.Normal physiologyUnder normal conditions, the pleural space maintains a slightly negative intrapleural pressure, which keeps the lungs expanded against the chest wall. This negative pressure creates a delicate balance between...