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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Intra-abdominal infection
			\| synonyms =
			\| field = [[Gastroenterology]], [[Infectious disease]]
			\| symptoms = [[Abdominal pain]], [[fever]], [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[diarrhea]]
			\| complications = [[Sepsis]], [[abscess formation]], [[peritonitis]]
			\| onset =
			\| duration =
			\| types = [[Primary peritonitis]], [[secondary peritonitis]], [[tertiary peritonitis]]
			\| causes = [[Bacterial infection]], [[perforation of the gastrointestinal tract]], [[appendicitis]], [[diverticulitis]], [[cholecystitis]]
			\| risks = [[Surgery]], [[trauma]], [[immunosuppression]], [[diabetes mellitus]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging studies]] ([[CT scan]], [[ultrasound]]), [[laboratory tests]]
			\| differential = [[Gastroenteritis]], [[pancreatitis]], [[urinary tract infection]]
			\| prevention = [[Prophylactic antibiotics]], [[surgical intervention]]
			\| treatment = [[Antibiotics]], [[surgical drainage]], [[supportive care]]
			\| medication = [[Broad-spectrum antibiotics]]
			\| prognosis = Varies depending on severity and treatment
			\| frequency = Common
			\| deaths =
			}}
	'''Intra-abdominal infection''' is a type of [[infection]] that occurs within the [[abdomen]]. It can be caused by a variety of [[pathogens]], including [[bacteria]], [[viruses]], and [[fungi]]. The infection can affect various organs within the abdomen, such as the [[stomach]], [[intestines]], [[liver]], and [[pancreas]].		'''Intra-abdominal infection''' is a type of [[infection]] that occurs within the [[abdomen]]. It can be caused by a variety of [[pathogens]], including [[bacteria]], [[viruses]], and [[fungi]]. The infection can affect various organs within the abdomen, such as the [[stomach]], [[intestines]], [[liver]], and [[pancreas]].

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==

	Intra-abdominal infections can be caused by a variety of factors. These can include [[surgery]], [[trauma]], [[disease]], or [[conditions]] that affect the [[immune system]]. The most common cause is a [[bacterial infection]], which can occur when bacteria enter the abdomen through a wound or during surgery.		Intra-abdominal infections can be caused by a variety of factors. These can include [[surgery]], [[trauma]], [[disease]], or [[conditions]] that affect the [[immune system]]. The most common cause is a [[bacterial infection]], which can occur when bacteria enter the abdomen through a wound or during surgery.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==

	The symptoms of an intra-abdominal infection can vary depending on the severity of the infection and the organs affected. Common symptoms can include [[abdominal pain]], [[fever]], [[nausea]], and [[vomiting]]. In severe cases, the infection can lead to [[sepsis]], a life-threatening condition that can cause [[organ failure]].		The symptoms of an intra-abdominal infection can vary depending on the severity of the infection and the organs affected. Common symptoms can include [[abdominal pain]], [[fever]], [[nausea]], and [[vomiting]]. In severe cases, the infection can lead to [[sepsis]], a life-threatening condition that can cause [[organ failure]].

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==

	Diagnosis of an intra-abdominal infection typically involves a physical examination and medical history. [[Imaging tests]], such as an [[ultrasound]], [[CT scan]], or [[MRI]], may also be used to help identify the location and extent of the infection. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be taken to identify the specific pathogen causing the infection.		Diagnosis of an intra-abdominal infection typically involves a physical examination and medical history. [[Imaging tests]], such as an [[ultrasound]], [[CT scan]], or [[MRI]], may also be used to help identify the location and extent of the infection. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be taken to identify the specific pathogen causing the infection.

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==

	Treatment for an intra-abdominal infection typically involves [[antibiotics]] to fight the infection. In some cases, [[surgery]] may be needed to remove the source of the infection or to drain any [[abscesses]] that have formed.		Treatment for an intra-abdominal infection typically involves [[antibiotics]] to fight the infection. In some cases, [[surgery]] may be needed to remove the source of the infection or to drain any [[abscesses]] that have formed.

	== Prevention ==		== Prevention ==

	Prevention of intra-abdominal infections involves maintaining good [[hygiene]], especially during and after surgery. This can include proper wound care and the use of sterile surgical techniques.		Prevention of intra-abdominal infections involves maintaining good [[hygiene]], especially during and after surgery. This can include proper wound care and the use of sterile surgical techniques.

	== See also ==		== See also ==

	* [[Abdominal pain]]		* [[Abdominal pain]]
	* [[Sepsis]]		* [[Sepsis]]
	* [[Antibiotics]]		* [[Antibiotics]]
	* [[Surgery]]		* [[Surgery]]

	[[Category:Infections]]		[[Category:Infections]]
	[[Category:Abdominal disorders]]		[[Category:Abdominal disorders]]
	[[Category:Medical conditions]]		[[Category:Medical conditions]]

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'''Intra-abdominal infection''' is a type of [[infection]] that occurs within the [[abdomen]]. It can be caused by a variety of [[pathogens]], including [[bacteria]], [[viruses]], and [[fungi]]. The infection can affect various organs within the abdomen, such as the [[stomach]], [[intestines]], [[liver]], and [[pancreas]].

== Causes ==

Intra-abdominal infections can be caused by a variety of factors. These can include [[surgery]], [[trauma]], [[disease]], or [[conditions]] that affect the [[immune system]]. The most common cause is a [[bacterial infection]], which can occur when bacteria enter the abdomen through a wound or during surgery.

== Symptoms ==

The symptoms of an intra-abdominal infection can vary depending on the severity of the infection and the organs affected. Common symptoms can include [[abdominal pain]], [[fever]], [[nausea]], and [[vomiting]]. In severe cases, the infection can lead to [[sepsis]], a life-threatening condition that can cause [[organ failure]].

== Diagnosis ==

Diagnosis of an intra-abdominal infection typically involves a physical examination and medical history. [[Imaging tests]], such as an [[ultrasound]], [[CT scan]], or [[MRI]], may also be used to help identify the location and extent of the infection. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be taken to identify the specific pathogen causing the infection.

== Treatment ==

Treatment for an intra-abdominal infection typically involves [[antibiotics]] to fight the infection. In some cases, [[surgery]] may be needed to remove the source of the infection or to drain any [[abscesses]] that have formed.

== Prevention ==

Prevention of intra-abdominal infections involves maintaining good [[hygiene]], especially during and after surgery. This can include proper wound care and the use of sterile surgical techniques.

== See also ==

* [[Abdominal pain]]
* [[Sepsis]]
* [[Antibiotics]]
* [[Surgery]]

[[Category:Infections]]
[[Category:Abdominal disorders]]
[[Category:Medical conditions]]

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