Incision and drainage of abscess

Question 1

definition of drainage of an abscess

Answer 1

drainage of pus carried out by incision and drainage

debridement of the cavity

then free drainage by packing of the cavity if superficial

if deep - use drains

Question 2

complication of abscess

Answer 2

scar

bleeding

?sensory loss

Question 3

indication for drainage of abscess

Answer 3

if small might not be necessary

boil

infected paranasal sinus