Unusual presentation of a deep pelvic abscess in a young girl

Authors

• Khalil E. Rajab, PO Box 26752, Manama, Bahrain. Tel. +973 729408. Fax. +973 727568. E-mail: yonrajab{at}batelco.com.bh
• Jonathan H. Skerman, Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, College of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Arabian Gulf University, Bahrain.

Abstract

Although the clinical features of appendicitis in children are well established, diagnosis can be compounded when a young girl having just had menarche presents with unusual and untoward symptoms. The gynecological and surgical diagnoses and subsequent findings will be discussed in detail, along with the respective management regimens. Pelvic abscesses in particular will be discussed relative to accessing problems.

Article Type

Case Report

First Page

305

Last Page

306

Recommended Citation

Rajab, Khalil E. and Skerman, Jonathan H. (2003) "Unusual presentation of a deep pelvic abscess in a young girl," Saudi Medical Journal: Vol. 24: Iss. 3, Article 18.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15537/1658-3175.1999