Splenic abscess caused by Blastomyces dermatitidis in association with peritoneal involvement: case report and review.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We report a rare case of a patient with blastomycosis who presented with splenic abscess and peritoneal involvement. This case is unique in that no historical or radiographic evidence of antecedent pulmonary infection was apparent and therapy with orally administered ketoconazole was effective. We reviewed the English-language literature on blastomycotic splenic abscess and compared findings from other cases with findings from the current case.
Medical subject headings
- Abscess
- Ascites
- Blastomycosis
- Peritoneal Diseases
- Splenic Diseases