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Case Reports
. 1990 Aug;25(4):503-7.
doi: 10.1007/BF02779342.

CT and US findings of a rare case of amoebic liver abscess rupturing into the pericardial cavity

V Vanachayangkul  1 , S Wattanasirichaigoon, M Letochavarit, S Charudun, V Viranuvatti
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Case Reports

CT and US findings of a rare case of amoebic liver abscess rupturing into the pericardial cavity

V Vanachayangkul et al. Gastroenterol Jpn. 1990 Aug.

Abstract

A rare case of amoebic liver abscess that ruptured into the pericardial cavity is reported. This is the first case in the world in which CT scan and ultrasonography were performed in conjunction with each other in demonstrating the fistulous tract. CT scan, ultrasonographic and echocardiographic findings were described in detail. Pericardectomy with surgical drainage and supportive measures led to complete recovery after 37 days of hospitalization.

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