Acupuncture-Induced Abscess in the Retroperitoneal Cavity and Thigh Muscle: A Case Report

Acupuncture is increasingly being used in Asian countries and is generally considered a relatively safe procedure. However, adverse events have been reported consistently. Therefore, clinicians should be aware of the possibility of acupuncture-related complications and should actively treat serious...

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Published in:Journal of the Korean Society of Radiology 2024, Vol.85 (2), p.463-467
Main Authors: Kim, Duk Ju, Nam, In Chul, Kim, Doo Ri, Lee, Jeong Sub, Lee, Kyung Ryeol, Kim, Bong Soo, Choi, Guk Myung
Format: Report
Language:English
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Summary:Acupuncture is increasingly being used in Asian countries and is generally considered a relatively safe procedure. However, adverse events have been reported consistently. Therefore, clinicians should be aware of the possibility of acupuncture-related complications and should actively treat serious cases. We report a case of an acupuncture-induced large abscess in the retroperitoneal cavity and thigh muscles treated with percutaneous catheter drainage, surgical incision, and drainage.
ISSN:2951-0805
DOI:10.3348/jksr.2023.0068