PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Hilton’s method is used to drain abscesses that are located in areas of major nerves such as neck, groin and axilla. It can be performed under general, regional or local anesthesia. Different types of abscess are neck abscess, axillary abscess, parotid abscess, breast abscess, acute paronychia and anorectal abscess.

Detailed explanation-2: -Percutaneous abscess drainage is generally used to remove infected fluid from the body, most commonly in the abdomen and pelvis.