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Amoebic liver abscess rupturing into the chest: ultrasonographic appearance
I S Dusaj1, A Jaiswal, R Chokhani
1Department of Radiology, Vallabhabhai Patel Chest Institute, Delhi.
The Indian Journal of Chest Diseases & Allied Sciences
|October 1, 1990
Summary
Amoebic liver abscess can perforate into the chest, a rare complication in young men. Prompt diagnosis via ultrasonography and antiamoebic treatment are crucial for recovery.
Area of Science:
- Medicine
- Hepatology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Amoebic liver abscess (ALA) is a common parasitic infection, typically presenting with abdominal pain.
- Perforation of ALA into the thoracic cavity is a rare but serious complication.