Presentation
Swelling in left para-spinal region. Background of liver cirrhosis and ascites.
Patient Data
Age: 60 years
Gender: Male
Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.
From the case:
Pyogenic paraspinal abscess
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MR imaging reveals a 73 x 45 mm fluid collection in left paraspinal location. The left kidney was displaced anteriorly and there was evidence of ascites. The spinal canal and column were normal.
Case Discussion
The abscess was aspirated under ultrasound guidance.