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[Liver abscess : case report and literature review]
J B Zeevaert1, E Wain2, E Louis1
1Service de Gastroentérologie, CHU Liège, Belgique.
Revue Medicale De Liege
|November 6, 2020
Summary
This case report highlights a rare bacterial liver abscess with an iatrogenic origin. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for successful healing and preventing complications in liver abscess cases.
Area of Science:
- Hepatology
- Infectious Diseases
- Medical Case Reports
Background:
- Liver abscess is an uncommon condition with diverse causes and significant mortality risk.
- High mortality is associated with infections or local complications of liver abscesses.
- Timely diagnosis and effective treatment are vital for patient recovery without sequelae.
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