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Percutaneous abscess and fluid drainage: A critical review

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Pertinent radiologic and surgical literature regarding abscess drainage was reviewed. Noted is the heterogeneity of disorders categorized as abscesses, and the variety of therapeutic approaches presently available. Specific abscesses are discussed based on body location and/or associated organ system.

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Lambiase, R.E. Percutaneous abscess and fluid drainage: A critical review. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 14, 143–157 (1991). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02577718

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