Solitary sterile neonatal liver abscess in an infant
Journal: International Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics (Vol.1, No. 3)Publication Date: 2014-11-01
Authors : Minhajuddin Ahmed; Sona Chowdhary; Abhay Kumar; Manal Ashraf Ali;
Page : 187-189
Keywords : Liver; Abscess; Neonate;
Abstract
Neonatal liver abscess is rare clinical entity. There should be strong index of suspicion in preterm and term neonates with indwelling catheters and unidentifiable focus. A differential diagnosis should be kept in mind in these patients. Surgical and antimicrobial led to a favorable outcome.
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