NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -Liver abscesses can take quite a long time to get better. But with the right treatment, people normally make a full recovery. If you have a suspected abscess, your doctor will examine your stomach to see if your liver is enlarged and harder than usual. It may feel tender when they press your liver.

Detailed explanation-2: -Possible Complications Life-threatening sepsis can develop. Sepsis is an illness in which the body has a severe inflammatory response to bacteria or other germs.

Detailed explanation-3: -Conclusion: The pyogenic liver abscess has subacute evolution which makes the diagnosis difficult. Image exams have high sensitivity in diagnosis, particularly computed tomography. Percutaneous drainage associated with antibiotic therapy is safe and effective therapeutic resource.

Detailed explanation-4: -Currently 4-6 weeks of therapy is recommended for solitary lesions that have been adequately drained. Multiple abscesses are more problematic and can require up to 12 weeks of therapy. Both the clinical and radiographic progress of the patient should guide the length of therapy.