Tubercular liver abscess: an uncommon presentation of disseminated tuberculosis

Infection. 2015 Apr;43(2):237-40. doi: 10.1007/s15010-014-0707-0. Epub 2014 Nov 28.

Abstract

We present a case of tubercular liver abscess with disseminated tuberculosis, associated with underlying HIV infection. The patient responded well to percutaneous drainage of the abscess and first-line quadruple antitubercular therapy. We report this case to highlight a rare manifestation of a common disease and to create greater awareness which may ensure timely diagnosis and avoid unnecessary surgical intervention.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Antitubercular Agents / therapeutic use
  • Drainage
  • Humans
  • Liver Abscess / diagnosis*
  • Liver Abscess / etiology*
  • Liver Abscess / therapy
  • Male
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Tuberculosis, Miliary / complications*
  • Ultrasonography

Substances

  • Antitubercular Agents