Pyogenic liver abscess
Alternate Names : Liver abscess, Bacterial liver abscess
Treatment
Treatment usually consists of surgery or going through the skin with a needle or tube (percutaneous) to drain the abscess. Along with this procedure, you will receive long-term antibiotic therapy (usually 4 - 6 weeks). Sometimes antibiotics alone can cure the infection.
Prognosis (Expectations)
Even with treatment this condition can be life-threatening in 10-30% of patients. The risk is higher in people who have many abscesses.
Complications
Life-threatening sepsis can develop.
Calling Your Health Care Provider
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