Ultrasound guided percutaneous drainage

Case contributed by Ian Bickle
Diagnosis not applicable

Presentation

Percutaneous drainage insertion under ultrasound guidance - in the case in theater.

Patient Data

Age: 55 years
Gender: Female

For illustrative purposes a ultrasound guided drainage being performed.

In this case in theater, which is a far less common environment for which it to be undertaken.

Case Discussion

Ultrasound guided percutaneous drainage is a common and invaluable procedure for minimally invasion treatment of collections, ascites, abscesses and more.

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