Abscess Drainage
Draining internal abscesses without open surgery by inserting a fine catheter guided by imaging.
What is this procedure?
Drainage of a pus collection (abscess) via a needle or small catheter under image guidance, avoiding the need for open surgery.
Why interventional radiology?
Abscess drainage radiology Jordan | Dr. Jafar Bani-Issa
How the procedure works
Before
- Confirmatory imaging (CT or ultrasound)
- Antibiotics started as advised by the doctor
During
- Local anesthesia
- Insertion of a small image-guided drainage catheter
- The catheter may remain in place for several days depending on the case
After & Recovery
- Monitoring the drained fluid's amount and appearance
- Home care instructions for the catheter
- Follow-up visit for catheter removal
Who is this for?
- Abdominal, pelvic, or soft-tissue abscesses
- Failure of antibiotics alone
Suitability is confirmed after a full clinical assessment — this information does not replace a medical consultation.
Benefits of this procedure
A non-surgical alternative to drain the abscess
Faster recovery than open surgery
What to expect at Dr. Jafar's clinic
Dr. Jafar follows the patient until catheter removal and confirms the abscess has fully resolved.
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