Splenic abscess--case report and review of literature
Sinha, S.; Sharma, D.C.; Miri, B.; Gupta, V.; Chattopadhyay, T.K.
Tropical Gastroenterology Official Journal of the Digestive Diseases Foundation 18(3): 134-135
1997
ISSN/ISBN: 0250-636X PMID: 9385863 Document Number: 472795
Isolated splenic abscess is a rarity and remains a diagnostic dilemma. The presentation is nonspecific and diagnosis is often delayed. We present a case which had roentgenographic signs suggestive of splenic suppuration at admission. Of particular interest was the isolation of Salmonella paratyphi in this patient. Antibiotic therapy alone is insufficient and splenectomy remains the treatment of choice. The literature on splenic abscess is briefly reviewed.