PYOMYOSITIS

A case of non-tropical pyomyositis (PM), in a 63-year-old female patie nt, affecting gluteus and intrapelvic muscles is presented. Delayed di agnosis and treatment led to long-standing morbidity. Magnetic resonan ce imaging (MRI) of the pelvis provided valuable information on the na ture and extent of the disease and helped to plan surgical management. MRI of the pelvis should be undertaken at an early-stage. Prompt exam ination of material obtained by aspiration or debridement would then p ermit an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.