Thigh abscess as a complication of continuous popliteal sciatic nerve block.
We present a case report of severe localized infection after continuous popliteal sciatic nerve block. The report highlights the importance of meticulous asepsis and possibly limiting the duration of catheter use.
Compère
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Department of Anesthetics and Intensive Care, Rouen University Hospital, France. vincentcompere@hotmail.com
Cornet
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Fourdrinier
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Maitre
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Mazirt
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Biga
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Dureuil
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D000038:Abscess / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005534:Foot Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007262:Infusions, Intravenous; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009407:Nerve Block / Q000009:adverse effects*; D010149:Postoperative Pain / Q000628:therapy*; D011152:Popliteal Vein; D012584:Sciatic Nerve; D013203:Staphylococcal Infections / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D013848:Thigh; D013997:Time Factors; D014463:Ultrasonography; D014640:Vancomycin / Q000627:therapeutic use
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D014640:Vancomycin