[Revitalization of a gluteal abscesses with v.a.C. therapy (vacuum assisted closure)].
Abscess formation is a frequent complication following gluteal injection. Septic abscesses as well as aseptic necrosis of muscle or subcutaneous adipose tissue require surgical management. We present a case of subcutaneous necrosis following gluteal injection in which vacuum-assisted closure (V.A.C. therapy) has been effectively applied in the phase of secondary wound healing following surgical drainage. V.A.C. therapy offers ambulatory management with optimal hygiene and patient's comfort.
Querings
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Hautklinik und Poliklinik, Universitätsklinikum des Saarlandes, Homburg/Saar. K.Querings@gmx.de
Bonowitz
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Dill-Müller
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