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Published on: February 6, 2021
Pyogenic liver abscess and endogenous endophthalmitis secondary toKlebsiella pneumoniae
Genevieve S Pentecost1, Jacob Kesterson2
1University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine, Columbia, MO, United States of America.
Abstract:
Invasive Liver Abscess Syndrome is a manifestation of systemic infection caused by Klebsiella pneumoniae. This constellation of symptoms has been well-reported throughout Southeast Asia though it is uncommon in the United States. This article reports the identification of a pyogenic liver abscess and associated endogenous endophthalmitis in a patient presenting to the emergency department.
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Klebsiella pneumoniae can cause Invasive Liver Abscess Syndrome, a rare condition in the US. This case highlights a pyogenic liver abscess with endogenous endophthalmitis.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Hepatology
- Ophthalmology
Background:
- Invasive Liver Abscess Syndrome (ILAS) is a systemic infection primarily caused by Klebsiella pneumoniae.
- ILAS is endemic in Southeast Asia but rarely reported in the United States.
- Early recognition is crucial for managing severe manifestations.
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