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Pyogenic liver abscess - Prevention

Alternative Names

Liver abscess; Bacterial liver abscess

Prevention:

Prompt treatment of abdominal and other infections may reduce the risk of developing a liver abscess. Many cases are not preventable.

Digestive system

Digestive system

Pyogenic abscess

Pyogenic abscess

Digestive system organs

Digestive system organs

Reviewed last on: 7/28/2006
Charlotte Grayson, MD, Private Practice specializing in Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease, Smyrna, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.