Perineal Abscess Following SpaceOAR Insertion

This case report discusses a 64-year-old male who presented with a perineal abscess following the insertion of the SpaceOAR hydrogel, highlighting a rare but potentially serious complication of the hydrogel. Hydrogel spacers have become integral in prostate cancer radiotherapy by reducing rectal tox...

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Published in:Cureus 2023, Vol.15 (12), p.e51050-e51050
Main Authors: Azhar, Umair, Lin, Justin, Sayed, Rahman, Masoud, Zaki, Zamarud, Aroosa, Kaler, Ravinder
Format: Report
Language:English
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Summary:This case report discusses a 64-year-old male who presented with a perineal abscess following the insertion of the SpaceOAR hydrogel, highlighting a rare but potentially serious complication of the hydrogel. Hydrogel spacers have become integral in prostate cancer radiotherapy by reducing rectal toxicity. Ensuring proper technique, prophylactic antibiotics, and vigilant post-insertion monitoring are crucial for averting complications. This case underscores the significance of early diagnosis and management in preventing severe consequences and emphasizes the need for a high index of clinical suspicion when patients present with post-insertion symptoms.
ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.51050