Pulmonary abscess in an infant treated with ultrasound-guided drainage

Saito, Takayoshi; Matano, Miyuki; Kodachi, Tsuyoshi; Fukui, Kiichi; Monden, Yukifumi; Fuchimoto, Yasushi

doi:10.1016/j.epsc.2020.101549

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“…The incidence rate of lung abscess in children is also lower than that in adults ( 23 ). It is even rarer in newborns ( 24 ). There are research reports that fever, cough, and difficulty breathing are the most common symptoms of lung abscess ( 25 , 26 ), and the symptoms are not typical in newborns, with fever being the main symptom.…”

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Point-of-care ultrasound in early diagnosis and monitoring of deep abscess in newborns: a case report of two cases

Du,

Xu,

Deng

et al. 2024

Front. Pediatr.

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ObjectiveThis study sought to analyze the value of point of care ultrasound (POCUS) in early diagnosis and monitoring of deep abscess in newborns.MethodsRetrospective analysis of the clinical data of two newborns admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of our hospital and diagnosed with deep abscess of the newborn. Combined with literature analysis, the value of POCUS in early diagnosis and monitoring of deep abscess of the newborn was evaluated.ResultsThe two newborns reported in this article were all admitted to NICU due to” “fever”. POCUS was used to assist in early diagnosis of “liver abscess” and “lung abscess”. Subsequently, POCUS was used to monitor lesion changes and adjust treatment plans. All patients were cured and discharged with a good prognosis.ConclusionsDeep abscesses in newborns are very rare and often life-threatening, but apart from fever, they often have no specific clinical manifestations and are easily misdiagnosed or missed. POCUS, as a bedside auxiliary examination tool, has high accuracy, radiation free, non-invasive, and convenient, and has high diagnostic and monitoring value in early diagnosis and monitoring of deep abscess in newborns.

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Point-of-care ultrasound in early diagnosis and monitoring of deep abscess in newborns: a case report of two cases

Du,

Xu,

Deng

et al. 2024

Front. Pediatr.

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“…The morbidity associated with pediatric LA is negligible compared to that of adults [ 7 ]. Although it is unusual among neonates, it is commonly encountered during the fall and winter seasons [ 8 ]. Chest X-rays, ultrasonography, and computed tomography (CT) can establish the diagnosis.…”

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The Enigma of Recurrent Lung Abscess: Management and Outcomes in a School-Aged Child With a Review of Literature

Bhende,

Thacker,

Mehta

et al. 2024

Cureus

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“…The morbidity of pediatric lung abscesses was also lower than that in adults [ 7 ]. It is rare in neonates and more common in fall and wintertime [ 8 ]. Diagnosis is confirmed by chest X-rays, ultrasonography, and computed tomography.…”

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Lung Abscess Case Series and Review of the Literature

Yousef

Al-Shamrani

2022

Children

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(1) Background: Lung abscess is a lung infection that leads to the destruction of the lung parenchyma, resulting in a cavity formation and central necrosis filled with purulent fluids. It is an uncommon pediatric problem, and there is a paucity of literature reviews on this subject, especially for the pediatric age group. Lung abscess is commonly divided into those considered primary in previously well children or secondary in those with predisposing co-morbidities. The predominant pathogens isolated from primary lung abscesses are the aerobic organisms, including streptococcal species, Staphylococcus aureus, and Klebsiella pneumoniae, while anaerobic bacteria such as Bacteroides species are predominant in secondary groups. Children usually present with fever, cough, shortness of breath, chest pain, and sputum. While physical examination may reveal diffuse crackles on auscultation, the diagnosis is usually confirmed by chest X-ray. (2) Methods: We report four different cases with lung abscesses from both primary and secondary group with similar presentations and radiological findings, but the approach was different in each according to the underlining cause. (3) Conclusions: Conservative therapies with a prolonged course of antibiotics remain the cornerstone of therapy for both primary and secondary lung abscesses. The underlying cause should be considered when there is a suboptimal response. However, invasive intervention is becoming more popular with better yield, shorter duration of antibiotics and admission, and excellent prognosis.

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Pulmonary abscess in an infant treated with ultrasound-guided drainage

Cited by 4 publications

References 11 publications

Point-of-care ultrasound in early diagnosis and monitoring of deep abscess in newborns: a case report of two cases

Point-of-care ultrasound in early diagnosis and monitoring of deep abscess in newborns: a case report of two cases

The Enigma of Recurrent Lung Abscess: Management and Outcomes in a School-Aged Child With a Review of Literature

Lung Abscess Case Series and Review of the Literature

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