Chapter 16: Interventional Radiology in the Management of Intra-Abdominal Abscess

The following sections are included:

• Introduction

• Advantages of Radiological Drainage

• Disadvantages of Radiological Drainage

• Radiological Evaluation of the Abscess

• Patient Preparation for Radiological Drainage

• Role of Radiological Intervention

• Technique

• Tips on Drain Insertion and Maintenance

• Site Specific Comments on Radiological Drainage of Intra-Abdominal Abscess

• Conclusion

• References