Abstract
Presented is a case of spontaneous pyogenic hepatic abscess in a previously healthy young man without associated risk factors. This disease entity has a low incidence, however, it is associated with significant morbidity and mortality if diagnosis and treatment are delayed.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Drainage / methods
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Fever / etiology
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Humans
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Liver Abscess / complications
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Liver Abscess / diagnosis*
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Liver Abscess / therapy
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Male
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Streptococcal Infections / complications
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Streptococcal Infections / diagnosis*
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Streptococcal Infections / therapy
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Tomography, X-Ray Computed