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Subphrenic abscess: comparison between operative and antibiotic management.

E A Roberts, T F NEALON

    Annals of Surgery
    |August 1, 1974
    PubMed
    Summary

    Subphrenic abscess, a complication of surgery and abdominal issues, requires prompt treatment. Early surgical drainage combined with targeted antibiotics significantly improves patient outcomes and reduces mortality.

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    Area of Science:

    • Surgical infections
    • Abdominal surgery
    • Infectious diseases

    Background:

    • Subphrenic abscess remains a significant complication following surgical procedures and abdominal emergencies.
    • This study reviews 88 cases of subphrenic abscess treated between 1954 and 1971.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the causes, causative organisms, and treatment outcomes of subphrenic abscess.
    • To evaluate the effectiveness of different antibiotic regimens and surgical interventions.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of 88 patients diagnosed with subphrenic abscess.
    • Analysis of patient demographics, surgical history, causative microorganisms, and treatment protocols.
    • Comparison of mortality rates based on treatment modalities (antibiotics alone vs. antibiotics with surgical drainage).

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    Main Results:

    • Common causes included operations on the stomach, duodenum, and biliary tract.
    • E. coli and Staphylococcus were the most frequent causative organisms.
    • Empiric antibiotics (penicillin, tetracycline) were effective in only 38% of cases, while kanamycin, chloramphenicol, and cephalothin showed higher efficacy.
    • Overall mortality was 15%. Patients treated with antibiotics and surgical drainage had a lower mortality rate (10.6%) compared to those treated with antibiotics alone (42.8%).

    Conclusions:

    • Subphrenic abscess necessitates a combination of early surgical drainage and appropriate antibiotic therapy for optimal management.
    • Delayed surgical intervention, even with prolonged antibiotic use, is associated with higher mortality.
    • Selection of effective antibiotics is crucial, as common empiric choices showed limited success.