Complication of Amebic Liver Abscess: Biliary Fistula
Abstract In amebic liver abscess, communication between liver abscess and intrahepatic bile ducts is an uncommon cause of bile leak. This condition can be treated surgically or endoscopically. However, these treatment modalities are related with high morbidity and mortality. A 49-year-old man was di...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Kosin University College of Medicine
2015-12-01
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| Series: | Kosin Medical Journal |
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| Online Access: | http://www.kosinmedj.org/upload/pdf/ksmc030-02-11.pdf |
| Summary: | Abstract In amebic liver abscess, communication between liver abscess and intrahepatic bile ducts is an uncommon cause of bile leak. This condition can be treated surgically or endoscopically. However, these treatment modalities are related with high morbidity and mortality. A 49-year-old man was diagnosed with amebic liver abscess. Percutaneous drainage was performed due to poor medical response and for the purpose of preventing abscess rupture. Liver abscess-biliary communication was found at follow-up imaging study. He was treated successfully with medical therapy and supportive care without further interventions. |
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| ISSN: | 2005-9531 2586-7024 |