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Semin intervent Radiol 2003; 20(3): 177-184
DOI: 10.1055/s-2004-815574
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Percutaneous Abdominal and Pelvic Abscess Drainage Techniques-Part I: Tools of the Trade

Daniel L. Overdeck1 , Jennifer L. Lynch1 , Debra A. Gervais1,2
  • 1Department of Radiology, Division of Abdominal Imaging and Interventional Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
  • 2Assistant Professor of Radiology
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15. Januar 2004 (online)

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ABSTRACT

This review is a pictorial essay discussing the tools used in the image-guided percutaneous drainage of abdominal and pelvic abscesses. Topics covered include drainage catheters, access devices, directional catheters, dilators and sheaths, localizing devices, and fixation devices and drainage systems.

KEYWORDS

Abscess - drainage - catheter

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