Deep Neck Abscess with Mediastinum Involvement following Acupuncture: A Case Report

2016-04-16T07-27-57Z
Source: Journal of Behavioral Health
Chian Ling Tang, Noor Dina Hashim.
Traditional acupuncture is a growing modality of treatment worldwide. However, various acupuncture-related adverse effects had been reported. We report a case of deep neck abscess involving mediastinum following acupuncture. A 56 years old immunocompromised gentleman developed extensive neck abscess with mediastinum involvement and inflammatory aortitis following acupuncture for shoulder pain. Staphylococcus aureus was isolated from the abscess culture. Surgical drainage with systemic antibiotic admission resulted in a good clinical recovery and resolution of infection.


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