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Incision and Drainage of Abscess

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Position : Supine, arms at side on armboards
Time : 5-30 min (very short)
Blood Loss : Very Low (5-10 ml)
Post-op Pain : Moderate (4-6)
Maintenance Paralytic : No
Considerations : Aspiration risk / Full stomach

Anesthetic Approaches

1MAC, Propofol Drip
2GLMA
3GETT
The Surgery

Localization - the fluctuant area is examined, sometimes with bedside ultrasound, to confirm a drainable collection and map its extent. Prep - the site is prepped and draped; the surgeon may...

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