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Cost for treatment

Liver Abscess Diagnostics
2753
Liver abscess treatment with anatomical liver resection
10331.42
General therapeutic rehabilitation
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According to the Focus magazine, the Brothers of Mercy Hospital Munich ranks among the top German hospitals in the Federal State of Bavaria! The hospital is a modern medical facility with the highest level of medical care and long traditions. The hospital operates on the basis of the Technical University of Munich and the German
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The Marien Hospital Duesseldorf is a modern medical facility in the very center of Duesseldorf and a recognized Research Center. The foundation stone of the hospital was laid back in 1864 with the support of the Catholic Church. The Christian principles of helping and supporting patients have not changed at all over the years, b
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According to the Focus magazine, the University Hospital of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich is regularly ranked among the best medical institutions in Germany! The hospital is the largest multidisciplinary medical facility, as well as a leading research and training center in Germany and Europe. The hospital is proud of i
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According to the authoritative Focus magazine, the Charite University Hospital Berlin occupies the first place in the rating of the top German medical facilities! The hospital is one of the largest and leading university medical complexes in Europe. The hospital in Germany provides modern diagnostics and treatment of patients, a
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The University Hospital Marburg UKGM offers patients modern diagnostics and comprehensive therapy at the international level. As a maximum care hospital, the medical facility specializes in all fields of modern medicine ranging from ophthalmology to traumatology and dentistry. The main areas of specialization of the hospital are
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the University Hospital RWTH Aachen ranks among the top German hospitals! As a maximum care university medical facility, the hospital guarantees patients first-class medical services combined with a respectful and human attitude. The hospital integrates all the modern options for the
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According to Focus magazine, the University Hospital Heidelberg ranks among the top five hospitals in Germany! The hospital is one of the most advanced and reputable medical institutions not only in Germany, but throughout Europe. There are more than 43 specialized departments and 13 medical institutes, which cover all fields of
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According to the prestigious medical publication Focus, the University Hospital Tuebingen ranks among the top five German hospitals! The hospital was founded in 1805, therefore it is proud of its long history, unique experience, and outstanding achievements in the field of medical care, as well as research and teaching activitie
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The University Hospital Rechts der Isar Munich was founded in 1834. It combines long traditions with the very latest advances in modern medicine. The medical facility includes 33 specialized departments and 20 interdisciplinary centers, where patients can receive top-class medical care in all medical fields. The hospital annuall
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According to the authoritative Focus magazine, the University Hospital Duesseldorf ranks among the top Germany hospitals! The hospital is an excellent example of a combination of high-quality health care, research and teaching activities. With more than 50,000 inpatients and about 300,000 outpatients every year, the hospital is
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According to the Focus magazine, University Hospital Erlangen ranks among the best medical facilities in Germany! The hospital is one of the leading healthcare facilities in Bavaria and offers top-class medical care distinguished by the close intertwining of clinical activities with research and training of medical students. The
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The University Hospital Saarland Homburg is the largest hospital in the city of Homburg and the most important medical facility in the region. The hospital, which currently has 30 specialized departments and 20 institutes, was founded in 1947 and operates on the basis of Saarland University. The hospital plays a leading role in
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the HELIOS University Hospital Wuppertal ranks among the top medical facilities in Germany! The hospital rightfully enjoys the status of the maximum care medical facility and provides its high-quality services in all modern fields of medicine. The hospital operates on the basis of the
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The University Hospital Oldenburg is a multidisciplinary medical complex offering top-notch services of the European standard. The hospital has 20 specialized departments, 15 highly specialized centers, and more than 10 institutes. The hospital provides services in almost all areas of modern medicine: general and abdominal surge
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The Medicana International Istanbul Hospital is a modern medical institution, which provides patients with an individual approach, excellent health service and attentive care. The hospital is part of the largest Turkish network of the Medicana hospitals. Due to its long successful clinical activities, the network has won th
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HELIOS Clinic Krefeld
HELIOS Clinic Krefeld
Overall rating9.7 / 10
Founded in 2014, the HELIOS Clinic Krefeld is one of the most modern medical facilities in Germany today. A team of highly qualified specialists, innovative medical equipment and comfortable accommodation conditions – the clinic has everything to make the treatment run smoothly and efficiently. Having crossed the threshold
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About the disease

A liver abscess is a mass of pus in the liver, usually as a result of a bacterial infection. Pus is a collection of dead cells and white blood cells, and forms in the body when the immune system fights an infection. In rare cases, pus forms in a pocket in the liver. As a result, inflammation of the liver and the surrounding tissue can occur. The area usually becomes swollen and very painful to touch. If not treated soon, this condition can be fatal.

According to Healthline, liver abscesses are usually caused by biliary disease, which accounts for approximately 50% of all liver abscess cases. Biliary disease develops when the bile duct becomes infected and, as a result, inflamed. In some cases, an inflamed or ruptured appendix can lead to the formation of pus in the liver. This is why it is important to resect the appendix before it ruptures and infects the surrounding organs. In other cases, a liver abscess can be caused by cancer, usually of the pancreas or colon. Rarely, a liver abscess may develop after trauma or injury to the liver. Also, an infection of the blood can sometimes lead to the formation of pus in the liver.

People over the age of 65 are more at risk of developing a liver abscess. Also, individuals with a compromised immune system (who are therefore prone to various bacterial infections) can also develop a liver abscess. This condition is just as common in men as it is in women.  

Symptoms

  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Dark stool
  • Weight loss
  • Fever
  • Weakness
  • Fatigue

Diagnosis

  • During a general examination, the doctor will palpate the patient’s abdominal area to identify the source of the pain.
  • The doctor will inquire whether the patient has had a fever lately, or any of the symptoms listed above.
  • A blood test is useful for checking the white blood cell count for signs of inflammation or bacterial infection.
  • Imaging tests, such as an ultrasound or CT scan, help doctors to identify the exact location of the abscess and determine its size.

Treatment

  • Conservative treatment, including the use of antibiotics, can be effective in fighting the infection and killing the bacteria that caused it. Antibiotics can be taken either intravenously or orally.
  • The doctor will then decide if the patient needs surgery.
  • Abscess drainage may be necessary, to drain the pocket of pus in the liver.
  • Anatomical liver resection may be necessary in severe cases if part of the liver has been damaged to the point that it needs to be removed. 

Authors: Dr. Nadezhda IvanisovaDr. Farrukh Ahmed