HEPATIC ABSCESSES Meaning and
Definition
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Hepatic abscesses refer to the formation of pus-filled pockets or cavities within the liver. These abscesses are predominantly caused by bacterial infections and typically occur as a complication of other underlying conditions such as abdominal infections, appendicitis, diverticulitis, or bacterial endocarditis. However, they can also be associated with other causes such as trauma, the spread of infection from nearby organs, or through the bloodstream from distant sites of infection.
The development of hepatic abscesses is characterized by the invasion and multiplication of bacteria within the liver tissues, causing the formation of an abscess. Symptoms of this condition may include fever, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, chills, weight loss, and sometimes jaundice. Diagnosis of hepatic abscesses involves a combination of physical examinations, blood tests, imaging studies (such as ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI), and microbiological investigations (culturing and analysis of the abscess fluid or blood).
Treatment options for hepatic abscesses usually involve a combination of antibiotic therapy and drainage of the abscess. Intravenous antibiotics are commonly prescribed to eradicate the bacterial infection, and it may be necessary to drain the abscess surgically or using image-guided techniques like percutaneous drainage. In some cases, a liver abscess may require surgical removal if it does not respond to medical treatment or if it poses a risk of rupture or other complications. The overall prognosis of hepatic abscesses has improved due to advancements in diagnostic techniques and the availability of effective antibiotics. However, prompt diagnosis and early initiation of appropriate treatment remain crucial to prevent further complications and ensure a successful outcome.
Common Misspellings for HEPATIC ABSCESSES
- gepatic abscesses
- bepatic abscesses
- nepatic abscesses
- jepatic abscesses
- uepatic abscesses
- yepatic abscesses
- hwpatic abscesses
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- h4patic abscesses
- h3patic abscesses
- heoatic abscesses
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- he0atic abscesses
- hepztic abscesses
- hepstic abscesses
- hepwtic abscesses
- hepqtic abscesses
Etymology of HEPATIC ABSCESSES
The word "hepatic" is derived from the Latin word "hepar", which means "liver". It is related to the Greek word "hēpar".
The term "abscesses" comes from the Latin word "abscessus", which means "a going away" or "a gathering of fluid".
