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Hepatic abscesses in diverticulitis

D R Read, E Hambrick

    Southern Medical Journal
    |July 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    Liver abscess, a rare but serious complication of diverticulitis, often presents occultly. Early diagnosis and aggressive management are crucial for favorable outcomes in these challenging cases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Hepatology
    • Surgical Pathology

    Background:

    • Diverticulitis can lead to liver abscess, a rare but life-threatening condition.
    • Both diverticulitis and liver abscess can present in an occult, or hidden, manner.
    • Diagnosing and treating these co-occurring conditions poses significant challenges.

    Observation:

    • Presents two cases of occult liver abscess secondary to diverticulitis.
    • Highlights the diagnostic and therapeutic difficulties associated with these presentations.
    • Emphasizes the need for a high index of suspicion and proactive diagnostic strategies.

    Findings:

    • Barium enema is recommended for liver abscesses without a clear origin.
    • Intraoperative liver evaluation with needle aspiration is advised for complicated diverticulitis.

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  • Liver scan or abdominal sonography should be performed for diverticulitis patients with abnormal liver function tests.

    • Implications:

    • Early and accurate diagnosis of occult liver abscesses is vital.
    • Aggressive diagnostic and therapeutic approaches improve patient outcomes.
    • This underscores the importance of considering liver complications in diverticulitis patients.