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Splenic abscess as complication of perinephric abscess
Urology
|September 1, 1987
Summary
Perinephric abscesses can rupture into the abdomen, even without acute symptoms. Aggressive management of kidney stones is crucial to prevent these complex perinephritis complications.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Abdominal Surgery
- Radiology
Background:
- Perinephric abscesses commonly extend retroperitoneally with fistulization to intra-abdominal and intrathoracic structures.
- Intraperitoneal rupture of a perinephric abscess is rare and may not manifest as an acute abdominal emergency.
- This presentation highlights an unusual case of intraperitoneal rupture involving the spleen.