Journal of Behavioral Health and Psychology. 2016;
5(3):(170-382)
Deep neck abscess with mediastinum involvement following acupuncture: A case report
Chian Ling Tang, Noor Dina Hashim
Abstract
Traditional acupuncture is a growing modality of treatment worldwide. However, various acupuncture-related
adverse effects had been reported. We report a case of deep neck abscess involving mediastinum following
acupuncture. A 56-year-old immunocompromised gentleman developed extensive neck abscess with
mediastinum involvement and inflammatory aortitis following acupuncture for shoulder pain. Staphylococcus
aureus was isolated from the abscess culture. Surgical drainage with systemic antibiotic admission resulted
in a good clinical recovery and resolution of infection.
