Splenic Abscess due to Brucella Melitensis − A Rare Pediatric Complication

Abstract

Splenic abscess due to Brucella species is an extremely rare complication especially in acute illness. Here we report a case of splenic abscess caused by Brucella melitensis biotype 1 in a child with acute infection who was successfully treated with only antibiotics.

Keywords

• acute brucellosis
• serology
• splenic abscess