Groin Abscess: Incision and Drainage
PRE OPERATIVEWHO check:ASA:Antibiotics:BMI:Patient position:Urinary catheter:VTE prophylaxis: INCISION: Cruciate incision over most fluctuant areaFINDINGS: Left/Right groin abscess … x … cmPROCEDURE:Femoral artery palpated; confirmed abscess well away from itPus sent for C&SDeroofing of abscess cavity with removal of unhealthy skinPus evacuated – CurettageHemostasisWash with salinePacked with SorBact/SorbsanCLOSURE:Dressings appliedPOST OPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS:Observations Q4HPost op bloods tomorrowDiet: Eat and …