Multiple psoas abscesses after posterior spinal fusion

Study Design: A case of multiple psoas abscesses after Dove lumbar spine fixation is reported. Objectives. To review the diagnosis and treatment of deep infection after internal spinal fixation. Methods: The possibility of septic complications after spinal surgery that may present with a degenerative patters is examined. The clinical and computed tomographic findings of a psoas abscess are recalled. Results. Surgical drainage of the purulent collection was performed along with prolonged parenteral antibiotic treatment. Conclusion. Infection should be considered as a cause of recurrence of pain after internal fixation of the lumbar spine