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The patient presented with a fistula on the left hip, with a draining tract. It is suspected that there is a penetrating foreign body
The patient presented with a fistula on the left hip, with a draining tract. It is suspected that there is a penetrating foreign body
penetrating foreign body
The ultrasound revealed a 0.58 cm long hyperechoic structure embedded within the deep fascia and measured approximately 1.0 cm from the skin.
Ultrasound-guided incision was performed with forcep retrieval for removal of the main structure noted. Minor, hyperechoic residual structure was noted within the fistula created. Suggestion for surgical intervention with lavage and drain placement recommended. Foreign body was retrieved in near completion.
Credit for this captivating case goes out to Dr. Eric Glaze, DVM & staff at Albany Animal Hospital for the management of this patient and to Loeititia Saint James, RVT, Tomie Timon, RVT and Dr. Eric Lindquist, DMV, Cert. IVUSS of Animal Sounds Northwest.
penetrating foreign body
