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[Liver abscess caused by Streptococcus intermedius, following hemorrhoidectomy]
I Mohammedi1, S Duperret, E Faysse
1Service de réanimation polyvalente, hôpital E-Herriat, Lyon, France.
Annales Francaises D'Anesthesie Et De Reanimation
|January 1, 1996
Summary
Pyogenic liver abscesses are rare but dangerous complications following colo-anal surgery. This case highlights a fatal outcome due to Streptococcus intermedius despite appropriate treatment.
Area of Science:
- Medicine
- Surgery
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Pyogenic liver abscess is an uncommon complication of colo-anal surgery.
- Streptococcus intermedius is a pathogen known for causing visceral abscesses.