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Subcapsular hepatic abscess

Case contributed by David Cuete
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

suspected hepatic tumor

Patient Data

Age: 60 years
Gender: Male
ct

Great hypodense image localizated at the subcapsular zone of the liver with an air-fluid level. The image is compressing the liver parenchyma and there is a small collection in the lower right lobe. Distended gallbladder with thickened walls without obvious gallstones.

Case Discussion

Finding consistent with subcapsular hepatic abscess.

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