Pancreatic abscess
Pancreatic Abscess
A Pancreatic abscess (pronunciation: pan-kree-at-ik ab-ses) is a localized collection of pus within the pancreas, usually due to a bacterial infection.
Etymology
The term "Pancreatic abscess" is derived from the Greek words "pankreas" (all flesh) and "abscessus" (a going away), referring to the inflammation and subsequent collection of pus in the pancreas.
Definition
A Pancreatic abscess is a late complication of acute pancreatitis, characterized by the formation of a well-defined collection of pus, usually as a result of necrosis, liquefaction, and infection of pancreatic tissue.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a pancreatic abscess can include abdominal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, and weight loss.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis is typically made through a combination of clinical symptoms, laboratory tests, and imaging studies such as CT scan or MRI.
Treatment
Treatment typically involves antibiotics and surgical drainage of the abscess. In some cases, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) may be used to drain the abscess.
Related Terms
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Chronic Pancreatitis
- Pancreatic Necrosis
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pancreatic abscess
- Wikipedia's article - Pancreatic abscess
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