Abdominal Abscess I&D

What does "Abdominal Abscess I&D" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Abdominal Abscess I&D" refers to a medical procedure to treat an abdominal abscess, which is a pocket of pus that forms inside the abdomen. I&D stands for "Incision and Drainage", which is the process used to treat the abscess. During this procedure, a surgeon makes a cut into the abscess and drains out the pus. This helps to relieve pain and fight infection.

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