Pyogenic liver abscess (patient information)

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Yamuna Kondapally, M.B.B.S[2]

Synonyms and keywords: Bacterial liver abscess

Overview

Pyogenic liver abscess is a pus-filled area in the liver.[1]

What causes pyogenic liver abscess

  • There are many possible causes of pyogenic liver abscesses, including:

What are the symptoms of amoebic liver abscess ?

Symptoms of pyogenic liver abscess include:

Who is at highest risk for amoebic liver abscess?

The following increases your chances of developing pyogenic liver abscess:

When to seek urgent medical care?

Call your health care provider if:

Diagnosis

Physical examination of abdomen along with the following tests can help in finding out pyogenic liver abscess. Tests that may be done include:

Treatment options

  • Treatment usually consists of placing a tube through the skin to drain the abscess.
  • Less often, surgery is needed. You will also receive antibiotics for about 4 to 6 weeks.
  • Sometimes, antibiotics alone can cure the infection.

Where to find medical care for amoebic liver abscess?

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What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

This condition can be life threatening. The risk for death is higher in people who have many liver abscesses.

Possible complications

Life-threatening sepsis can develop.

Prevention

Prompt treatment of abdominal and other infections may reduce the risk of developing a liver abscess, but most cases are not preventable.

References

  1. Pyogenic liver abscess https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000261.htm Accessed on March 7, 2017

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