Epidural abscess as a complication of coronary angioplasty: a rare but dangerous complication.
We report a rare case of lumbosacral epidural abscess as a complication of coronary angioplasty in a 56-year-old male. We outline the mechanism of the abscess and the need for increased awareness and swift management of this entity.
Oriscello
R G
RG
Department of Critical Care Medicine, Elizabeth General Medical Center, New Jersey.
Fineman
S
S
Vigario
J C
JC
Robertello
M E
ME
D000038:Abscess / Q000209:etiology*; D015906:Angioplasty, Balloon, Coronary / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004824:Epidural Space; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013122:Spinal Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D013203:Staphylococcal Infections / Q000209:etiology