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  2. Incision and drainage - Wikipedia

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    For incisional abscesses, it is recommended that incision and drainage is followed by covering the area with a thin layer of gauze followed by sterile dressing.The dressing should be changed and the wound irrigated with normal saline at least twice each day. [4]

  3. Abscess - Wikipedia

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    If the abscess does not heal only with incision and drainage, or if the abscess is in a place that is difficult to drain such as the face, hands, or genitals, then antibiotics may be indicated. [ 1 ] In those cases of abscess which do require antibiotic treatment, Staphylococcus aureus bacteria is a common cause and an anti-staphylococcus ...

  4. Jackson-Pratt drain - Wikipedia

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    The purpose of a drain is to prevent fluid (blood or other) build-up in a closed ("dead") space, [2] which may cause either disruption of the wound and the healing process or become an infected abscess, with either scenario possibly requiring a formal drainage/repair procedure (and possibly another trip to the operating room).

  5. Drain (surgery) - Wikipedia

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    The collection device is typically a bulb with a drainage port which can be opened to remove fluid or air. After compressing the bulb to remove fluid or air, negative pressure is created as the bulb returns to its normal shape. Blake drain - a round silicone tube with channels that carry fluid to a negative pressure collection device.

  6. Pancreatic abscess - Wikipedia

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    Pancreatic abscess is a late complication of acute necrotizing pancreatitis, occurring more than 4 weeks after the initial attack. A pancreatic abscess is a collection of pus resulting from tissue necrosis, liquefaction, and infection. It is estimated that approximately 3% of the patients with acute pancreatitis will develop an abscess. [1]

  7. 10 Reasons You Should Never Ignore a Swollen Uvula, According ...

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    In both cases, your doctor will do a throat culture to confirm the infection, then prescribe antibiotics to get rid of it, along with drainage if there’s an abscess. 8. You’re fighting a virus

  8. Brain infections in kids may be becoming more common, and ...

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    Discolored drainage from the nose. Swelling of the forehead. Swelling around one or both eyes ... Speech or language difficulties. Treatment for brain abscesses and infections typically requires ...

  9. Pelvic abscess - Wikipedia

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    Treatment is with antibiotics and drainage of the abscess; typically guided by ultrasound or CT, through the skin, via the rectum, or transvaginal routes. [3] Occasionally antibiotics may be used without surgery; if the abscess is at a very stage and small. [2] Until sensitivities are received, a broad spectrum antibiotic is generally required. [2]