Acta Medica (Apr 2021)

Rare Complication of Necrotizing Pancreatitis: Extension of Retroperitoneal Abscess into Femoral Region

  • Maja Karin,
  • Ante Bogut,
  • Ivan Romic,
  • Hrvoje Silovski,
  • Josip Figl,
  • Danijel Pravdic,
  • Mile Volaric,
  • Emil Babic,
  • Branko Bakula,
  • Renata Romic

DOI
https://doi.org/10.14712/18059694.2021.8
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 64, no. 1
pp. 46 – 49

Abstract

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Distant abscesses are uncommon during the episode of acute pancreatitis (AP). However, these are possible sequalae of necrotizing pancreatitis and should be treated appropriately to prevent serious septic complications. We demonstrate a case of a 56-year-old male patient who presented with severe necrotizing pancreatitis and distant retroperitoneal abscess that reached femoral region and was detected on diagnostic imaging scans. Combination of surgical and supportive therapy was employed, and the patient recovered well with no permanent consequences. Our article highlights the importance of quick and accurate diagnosis and timely intervention in this rare type of pancreatitis complication.

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