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The ultrasonic evaluation of psoas abscess (tropical pyomyositis) in children

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Psoas abscesses in children are not rare in tropical and sub-tropical countries and are related tostaphylococcus aureus infection and poor socio-economic conditions. The condition should be considered in all children with the triad of pyrexia, flank pain and hip symptoms. Ultrasound is a readily available and definitive examination. Sonography was used in a series of 45 patients. The findings are discussed and two representative cases presented.

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  1. Department of Radiology, Groote Schuur Hospital, 7925 Observatory, 7700, Rondebosch, South Africa

    D. D. Royston

  2. Department of Radiology, Red Cross Children's Hospital, 7700, Rondebosch, South Africa

    B. J. Cremin

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Royston, D.D., Cremin, B.J. The ultrasonic evaluation of psoas abscess (tropical pyomyositis) in children. Pediatr Radiol 24, 481–483 (1994). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02015004

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