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*Monitor the abscess cavity weekly for adequate drainage using CT or USG. | *Monitor the abscess cavity weekly for adequate drainage using CT or USG. | ||
*Persistent fever more than 2 weeks of therapy is an indication for more aggressive drainage. | *Persistent fever more than 2 weeks of therapy is an indication for more aggressive drainage. | ||
*Prolonged antibiotic therapy after discharge of patient. | *Prolonged antibiotic therapy after discharge of patient is recommended. | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Yamuna Kondapally, M.B.B.S[2]
Overview
Secondary Prevention
- Long term monitoring helps in preventing the complications and recurrence of pyogenic liver abscess.
- Monitor the abscess cavity weekly for adequate drainage using CT or USG.
- Persistent fever more than 2 weeks of therapy is an indication for more aggressive drainage.
- Prolonged antibiotic therapy after discharge of patient is recommended.