Pancreatic abscess
Treatment:
Percutaneous (through the skin) drainage of the abscess may be possible. Laparotomy with drainage and possible resection of dead tissue may be required.
Expectations (prognosis):
The outcome is related to the severity of the pancreatitis. The death rate from undrained pancreatic abscesses is very high.
Complications:
Calling your health care provider:
Call your health care provider if persistent abdominal pain with fever or other signs of pancreatic abscess develop; particularly if you have recently had a pancreatic pseudocyst.
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