Secondary infection of an endometrioma following fine-needle aspiration

A Clostridium infection occurred in an endometrioma following fine-needle aspiration. Fine-needle aspirations are clinically useful and safe. The authors conclude, however, that this procedure may rarely result in a secondary infection. Specific recommendations to avoid such complications are stated...

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Published in:	Radiology Vol. 151; no. 1; p. 53
Main Authors:	Martino, C R, Haaga, J R, Bryan, P J
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-04-1984
Subjects:	Abscess - diagnosis Abscess - etiology Adolescent Biopsy, Needle - adverse effects Clostridium Infections - diagnosis Clostridium Infections - etiology Endometriosis - diagnosis Female Humans Pelvic Neoplasms - diagnosis Ultrasonography
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Summary:	A Clostridium infection occurred in an endometrioma following fine-needle aspiration. Fine-needle aspirations are clinically useful and safe. The authors conclude, however, that this procedure may rarely result in a secondary infection. Specific recommendations to avoid such complications are stated.
ISSN:	0033-8419
DOI:	10.1148/radiology.151.1.6701335