Incision & Drainage Note:
The patient was counseled
on the risks, benefits, and alternatives to the procedure, and provided
consent. A timeout procedure was
performed prior to initiating the procedure.
The area was prepped and draped in the usual sterile manner. The site was anesthetized with [##] mL of
[lidocaine+/-epinephrine]. A linear
incision was made with approximately [##] mL of purulent material drained. The abscess was explored thoroughly and
sequestered pockets were opened. The
wound [was/was not] packed [with iodoform gauze]. Bleeding was minimal.
The patient tolerated the
procedure well without complications.
Standard post-procedure care was explained and return precautions were
given.
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