Abstract
A case of amoebic liver abscess with obstructive jaundice is described. Treatment with metronidazole resulted in improved general condition while the jaundice continued to increase. The abscess was twice aspirated and a total of 500 ml fluid was obtained with no improvement in the jaundice. A percutaneous catheter was introduced and drained 300-400 ml bile a day, decreasing and stopping over a week. The jaundice progressively improved.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 194-196 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene |
| Volume | 93 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| Publication status | Published - 1990 |
