What is pelvic abscess drainage?

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Low pelvic abscess can be cut and drained through the anterior wall of rectum. The operation is simple and the direction of drainage and gravity is consistent, so the curative effect is better. Due to the high location, pelvic abscesses that are not suitable for transrectal or vaginal drainage, and huge pelvic abscesses that reach the abdomen, can also be cut through the abdomen for drainage. For pelvic abscess of married women, incision and drainage through posterior fornix of vagina can be performed; For unmarried patients, transrectal drainage should be performed. Let's share my experience with you.

What is pelvic abscess drainage?

1. Drainage of pelvic abscess - transabdominal incision and drainage: the general procedure: (1) median incision of lower abdomen（ 2) After entering the abdomen, immediately suck up the pus. Place cigarette drainage or double cannula drainage（ 3) The abdominal wall was sutured layer by layer.

2. General procedure of pelvic abscess drainage transrectal incision and drainage: (1) skin disinfection of perineum. Do a digital rectal examination to find out the location of the abscess（ 2) Discharge pus（ 3) After the fluid was drained, a soft rubber tube was put into the pus cavity and led out from the anus.

3. Pelvic abscess drainage transvaginal incision and drainage general procedures: (1) take the lithotomy position（ 2) The catheter was placed to empty the bladder（ 3) The vagina was disinfected after washing, and the vagina expander was put into the vagina（ 4) A soft rubber tube was inserted into the abscess cavity for drainage, which was led out from the vagina and fixed in the perineum.

matters needing attention

Pelvic abscess is easy to relapse. Patients should pay attention to personal hygiene, strengthen nutrition, eat high nutrition and easy to digest diet, increase body resistance. If there is discomfort or pain in the lower abdomen, they should see a doctor in time, early diagnosis and early treatment.