Point-of-Care Ultrasound Identifies Pyomyositis Secondary to Intramuscular Testosterone Injection: Report of Two Cases

Intramuscular (i.m.) injections are a commonly utilized route for medication delivery. Intramuscular-associated soft tissue infections are rare and can include pyomyositis and i.m. abscess. Intramuscular testosterone injections have not been previously implicated in causing pyomyositis. Point-of-care ultrasound is an important bedside tool that can identify pyomyositis and differentiate this infection from more common entities such as cellulitis.
Source: The Journal of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Tags: Ultrasound in Emergency Medicine Source Type: research