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Streptococcus anginosus pyogenic liver abscess following a screening colonoscopy
Francis Bonenfant1, Etienne Rousseau1, Paul Farand1
1Internal medicine division, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke, Québec.
Summary
A pyogenic liver abscess (PLA) and septic thrombosis occurred after a screening colonoscopy. This case suggests silent microperforations during colonoscopy may cause PLA, potentially reducing cryptogenic cases.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Infectious Diseases
- Hepatology
Background:
- Pyogenic liver abscess (PLA) is a serious condition often with unknown causes.
- Screening colonoscopy is a common procedure with a low risk of complications.
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