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DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1744767
TRANSRECTAL DRAINAGE OF ABDOMINAL ABSCESS
A 74-year-old woman was admitted for acute diverticulitis with polylobulated air-fluid collection with previous failure of radiological drainage. EUS-guided transrectal drainage was performed, 19G needle punction to obtain material for culture. Access to the collection with cystotome, and path dilatation with balloon up to 12mm, a first 10Fx5cm Pigtail is placed. By direct endoscopic vision, a 3-way silicone Foley nº20 tube was placed, that remained within the cavity anchored by the balloon. A second 7Fx5cm Pigtail was placed. Continuous lavage with 1000mL/day was maintained for 3 days. After 4 days CT showed nearly resolution of collections.
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Article published online:
14 April 2022
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