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Illustrative Case Series and Narrative Review of Intra-abdominal Abscesses:A Radiological Perspective.

Version 1 : Received: 20 December 2023 / Approved: 21 December 2023 / Online: 21 December 2023 (23:27:26 CET)

How to cite: Siriwardana, S. R.; Anjula, P. D. Illustrative Case Series and Narrative Review of Intra-abdominal Abscesses:A Radiological Perspective.. Preprints 2023, 2023121683. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202312.1683.v1 Siriwardana, S. R.; Anjula, P. D. Illustrative Case Series and Narrative Review of Intra-abdominal Abscesses:A Radiological Perspective.. Preprints 2023, 2023121683. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202312.1683.v1

Abstract

Abstract: Intra-abdominal abscesses (IAA) may commonly arise following complicated gastrointestinal tract infections and, on occasion, from infections within the urinary system. Many of these IAA are initiated as a consequence of post-surgical complications. These abscesses have a substantial risk of morbidity and mortality. As a result, it is crucial to diagnose and treat them promptly to minimise these adverse outcomes. Therefore, radiological modalities play a vital role in diagnosing, localising, and detecting associated complications of IAA, as sometimes other investigations could be less reliable and non-specific. Radiological modalities are pivotal in achieving an accurate diagnosis, localising the abscesses, and identifying associated complications. This is especially important since alternative investigative methods may be misleading in certain situations. Radiological techniques such as ultrasound scans (USS), contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT), and even magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are immensely helpful in diagnosing these conditions. These imaging tools guide clinicians in determining the most appropriate patient management strategies. In this article, we compile a case series involving tubo-ovarian abscess, appendicular abscess, diverticular abscess and infected walled-off pancreatic necrosis, paying particular attention to radiological features in the diagnosis. Furthermore, we reviewed the existing literature to delineate characteristic radiological features related to the cases we discussed.

Keywords

Intra-abdominal abscesses, Tubo-ovarian abscess, Appendicular abscess, diverticular abscess, Infected walled-off pancreatic necrosis.  

Subject

Biology and Life Sciences, Other

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