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[Amoebic liver abscess--case report].

Piotr Kostrzewski1, Radosław Kuszyk, Aleksandra Wawrzonkoska-Dabrowska

  • 1II Katedra i Klinika Kardiochirurgii i Chirurgii Ogólnej Dzieci, Warszawskiego Uniwersytetu Medycznego, Samodzielny Publiczny Dzieciecy Szpital Kliniczny, Warszawa. p.kostrzewski54@gmail.com

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|May 27, 2010
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Summary

An asymptomatic amoebic liver abscess was incidentally found in a boy during appendicitis surgery. Prompt diagnosis and treatment with percutaneous aspiration and oral medication led to a successful recovery.

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Area of Science:

  • Hepatology
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Appendicitis is a common surgical emergency in children.
  • Liver abscesses can be asymptomatic and discovered incidentally.
  • Amoebic liver abscesses are caused by Entamoeba histolytica.

Observation:

  • A 7-year-old boy presented with appendicitis and was found to have an asymptomatic amoebic liver abscess.
  • Elevated white blood cell count and erythrocyte sedimentation rate were noted post-appendectomy.
  • Ultrasound revealed an abscess in the right liver lobe.

Findings:

  • The amoebic liver abscess was diagnosed via serological testing.
  • A history of diarrhea during travel to Venezuela was noted.
  • Percutaneous, ultrasound-guided aspiration and oral tinidazole were effective treatments.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering amoebic liver abscess in pediatric patients with incidental findings.
  • Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are crucial for favorable outcomes.
  • Travel history is vital for diagnosing parasitic infections in children.