Presentation
History of adrenalectomy for left adrenal carcinoma. Recent presentation with fever and left flank pain.
Patient Data
Age: 40
Gender: Female
From the case:
Retroperitoneal abscess
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Collections with internal gas and surrounding fat stranding and fluid are seen at left perirenal and pararenal spaces (site of adrenalectomy). Left pleural effusion also is noted.
Case Discussion
Findings consistent retroperitoneal abscess, probably due to descending colonic fistula.