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    Diagnosing liver actinomycosis is challenging, often requiring prolonged illness and exploratory surgery. This rare hepatic infection may initially present with non-specific findings, delaying diagnosis.

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    • Hepatology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Surgical Pathology

    Background:

    • Actinomycosis is a rare bacterial infection caused by Actinomyces species.
    • Hepatic actinomycosis typically presents as large, single, or multiple abscesses.
    • Diagnosis can be delayed due to non-specific initial symptoms.

    Observation:

    • A 35-year-old male presented with a 10-month history of fever.
    • Initial liver biopsies revealed non-specific cellular infiltrates, not definitive abscesses.
    • Microscopic liver abscesses were only detected after 10 months of persistent fever.

    Findings:

    • The patient's prolonged fever was ultimately diagnosed as hepatic actinomycosis.
    • Diagnosis in similar reported cases averaged 8 months.
    • Exploratory surgery was essential for diagnosis in all reported instances.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights the diagnostic challenges of hepatic actinomycosis.
    • Early recognition and advanced imaging may be crucial for timely diagnosis.
    • Understanding the varied presentations of actinomycosis is vital for clinicians.