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World J Orthop. Jul 18, 2011; 2(7): 57-66
Published online Jul 18, 2011. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v2.i7.57
Table 3 Ultrasound-guided drainage and catheter insertion: indications and contraindications
IndicationsContraindications
Undiagnosed soft tissue collectionInfection on overlying site
Cyst
Abscess
Hematoma
Diagnosis of AbscessRash on overlying site (relative)
Obtain fluid for determinationof causative organism
Treatment of known abscessTumor on overlying site (relative)
Aspiration
Placement of drainage catheter(if feasible)
Aspiration of Cyst
Ganglion cyst
Synovial cyst
Determination of causative organism for osteomyelitis