Psoas abscess complicating Crohn's disease

Psoas abscess complicating Crohn's disease is an established but relatively rare condition that can present a difficult management problem. A high index of suspicion is paramount in early diagnosis and advances in therapeutic imaging techniques may allow a non‐operative approach in the initial...

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Published in:Surgical practice 2010-02, Vol.14 (1), p.22-24
Main Authors: Garkuwa, Dahiru A, Green, Barnabus R, Joypaul, Baboo V
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Case studies
Crohn's disease
Medical diagnosis
Medical disorders
Medical treatment
Muscular system
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Summary:Psoas abscess complicating Crohn's disease is an established but relatively rare condition that can present a difficult management problem. A high index of suspicion is paramount in early diagnosis and advances in therapeutic imaging techniques may allow a non‐operative approach in the initial treatment plan. We also advocate consideration of definitive surgical management if suitable. We present one such case and a review of the literature.
ISSN:1744-1625
1744-1633
DOI:10.1111/j.1744-1633.2009.00472.x