Presentation
Diffuse swelling in the left lumbar posterolateral region for the last few weeks.
Patient Data
Age: 35 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Psoas abscess
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Large left psoas abscess herniating to the posterior aspect of the lumbar region and posterior to the oblique abdominal muscles. Extension to an abnormal intervertebral lumbar disc.
A lumbar radiograph was suggested.
Right small psoas abscess.
From the case:
Psoas abscess
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L3 - L4 disc changes with adjacent vertebral body involvement.