Acupuncture-Induced Abscess in the Retroperitoneal Cavity and Thigh Muscle:A Case Report

Author: Duk Ju KIM ¹ ; In Chul NAM ; Doo Ri KIM ; Jeong Sub LEE ; Kyung Ryeol LEE ; Bong Soo KIM ; Guk Myung CHOI
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1. Department of Radiology, Jeju National University Hospital, Jeju National University School of Medicine, Jeju, Korea
Publication Type:Case Report
From: Journal of the Korean Society of Radiology 2024;85(2):463-467
CountryRepublic of Korea
Language:English
Abstract: Acupuncture is increasingly being used in Asian countries and is generally considered a relatively safe procedure. However, adverse events have been reported consistently. Therefore, clinicians should be aware of the possibility of acupuncture-related complications and should actively treat serious cases. We report a case of an acupuncture-induced large abscess in the retroperitoneal cavity and thigh muscles treated with percutaneous catheter drainage, surgical incision, and drainage.