POSTPARTUM PYOMETRA - A CASE-REPORT

Pyometra is an uncommon result of endometritis. The diagnosis of pyome tra is made when a collection of pus is found within the endometrial c avity. Antibiotic administration and drainage of the pus are essential to resolve this condition. A report of a case of pyometra is presente d and a technique for drainage is described. This case demonstrates th e use of office-based diagnostic ultrasonography to narrow the differe ntial diagnosis and guide the drainage procedure, as well as the use o f simple ingenuity to improve patient care.