Groin Abscess: Incision and Drainage

Operation / By

OPERATION: LEFT Groin abscess; Incision and drainage

PRE OP

  • ASA:
  • Antibiotics: given at …. hrs/pre op.
  • BMI: NA
  • VTE Prophylaxis: confirmed
  • Patient position: Supine with left hip externally rotated

INTRA OP

  • Incision/Access:

Cruciate incision over most fluctuant area

  • Findings:

Left groin abscess about 3×3 cm

  • Procedure:

Femoral artery palpated; confirmed abscess well away from it

Pus for C&S

Deroofing of abscess cavity with removal of unhealthy skin

Pus evacuated – Curettage

Hemostasis

Wash with saline

Packed with SorBact

  • Closure:

Dressing applied

POST OP

  • Observations Q4H
  • Diet: Eat and Drink as tolerated
  • Home later today all being well
  • Alternate day dressings; starting day after tomorrow