set drainage

Infections such as hematomas after surgery may result to an abscess. Percutaneous abscess drainage is a minimally invasive treatment that is generally used to remove infected fluid from different parts of the body such as the lungs, abdomen, and pelvis. Since it may take several days for all the fluid to be removed, the use of a drainage set is chosen due to ease of use for the patient. Occasionally, abscesses that cannot be treated by percutaneous drainage may require surgical drainage in the operating room.