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[Multiple splenic abscesses. Report of 2 cases]

M A Gatica1, H Morales, C Harz

  • 1Servicio de Medicina, Hospital Parroquial San Bernardo, Santiago de Chile.

Revista Medica De Chile
|May 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Splenic abscesses, rare infections, were diagnosed using ultrasound in two type II diabetic patients. Both cases were successfully treated with surgical intervention and antibiotics.

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Area of Science:

  • Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Splenic abscesses are uncommon, often linked to sepsis and compromised immune systems.
  • Diagnosis frequently occurs post-mortem, highlighting challenges in early detection.

Observation:

  • Two cases of multiple splenic abscesses in patients with type II diabetes mellitus are presented.
  • Ultrasound imaging was instrumental in diagnosing these splenic abscesses.

Findings:

  • Both patients received successful treatment involving surgical procedures, including left subphrenic space drainage and splenectomy.
  • Antimicrobial therapy was a key component in the successful management of both cases.

Implications:

  • This case series suggests ultrasound is a valuable tool for diagnosing splenic abscesses in diabetic patients.
  • Prompt diagnosis and combined surgical and antimicrobial treatment can lead to favorable outcomes for splenic abscesses.

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