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Subdiaphragmatic abcsess
Introduction
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Overview
Overview
Subphrenic abscess is a localized infection between the colon and the diaphragm on the left side of the abdomen and the liver and the diaphragm on the right side of the abdomen.
They may occur following rupture of any organ in the abdomen or following any diagnostic (e.g laparoscopy) surgical procedures in the abdomen.
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Historical Perspective
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Classification
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Pathophysiology
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Pathophysiology
Gross Pathology
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Spleen: Subphrenic Abscess: Gross good example fibrinopurulent exudate on capsule -
Spleen: Subphrenic Abscess: Gross spleen capsule coated with green pus
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Causes
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Causes
- Blunt or penetrating traumas
- Surgical procedures
- Infections
- Tumors or ulcers that lead to rupture of abdominal organs.
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Differentiating Subphrenic Abscess from other Diseases
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Epidemiology and Demographics
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Risk Factors
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Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
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Diagnosis
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Chest X Ray | CT | MRI | Ultrasound | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]