Acute primary Psoas abscess in a Hepatitis B positive child presenting as hip Pathology- A rare case report

Abstract

Hip pain and related complaints have many differentials but psoas abscess as cause of it is not common phenomenon. Furthermore, such settings can further delay the diagnosis by diversion. Good clinical acumen and appropriate use of modern imaging modalities is instrumental to diagnose it early for better management. The presented case highlights importance of looking ‘beyond hips’ and ascertain the diagnosis in doubtful cases with advance imaging techniques. The case is unreported account of primary psoas abscess presenting acutely as a hip case in a hepatitis B positive child. Early drainage of pus is cornerstone of prompt recovery with good predicted outcome.