Management of Back Abscesses with Local Anesthesia

Procedural Considerations

• Adjunctive antibiotics are indicated for patients with systemic signs of infection, significant surrounding cellulitis, immunocompromised status, or incomplete source control, as recommended by the World Journal of Emergency Surgery guidelines 1
• For large or deep back abscesses, procedural sedation or surgical consultation may be necessary for adequate pain control and complete drainage, according to the World Journal of Emergency Surgery guidelines 1