Pyometra complicating radiation therapy of uterine malignancy

Shierholz, J.D.; Buchsbaum, H.J.; Lifshitz, S.; Latourette, B.

Journal of Reproductive Medicine 19(2): 100-102

1977


ISSN/ISBN: 0024-7758
PMID: 894646
Document Number: 121056
This report concerns our experience with the clinical management of pyometra in 12 patients receiving radiation therapy at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics for uterine epithelial malignancy. The effect of pyometra on radiation therapy is discussed. Adequate drainage is imperative, and appropriate cultures should be obtained. External radiation therapy may be continued as planned; however, intracavitary radium applications should be deferred.

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