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  • Title: Primary psoas abscess. An often insidious infection.
    Author: Haines JD, Chop WM, Towsley DK.
    Journal: Postgrad Med; 1990 Jan; 87(1):287-8. PubMed ID: 2296567.
    Abstract:
    Psoas abscess is most often caused by infection with Staphylococcus aureus. Classic symptoms are localized pain, persistent fever, and a limp or flexion problem of the hip. Diagnosis can be confirmed by ultrasound or computed tomographic scan. Appropriate treatment consists of drainage of the abscess and antibiotic therapy.
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