Lateral thigh swelling: an unusual presentation of psoas abscess in a 61-year-old male
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Abstract
Introduction
Psoas abscess is a rare pathology with significant morbidity and mortality, if not diagnosed early and treated appropriately.
Methods
We report a case of 61-year-old male who presented with only lateral thigh swelling. A brief discussion regarding the case follows.
Conclusion
Psoas abscess is a rare entity and can present in atypical fashion. Clinicians need to be aware of these variation so to not miss this diagnosis.
Keywords
Psoas abscess Atypical presentations Thigh swellingNotes
Conflict of interest
None.
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