Hepatic Abscess Drainage

Percutaneous drain placement into a liver abscess.

Drainage and Aspiration

Hepatic Abscess Drainage

Synonyms : hepatic abscess puncture, liver abscess drainage

Background

Bacterial or amebic liver abscess >5 cm not responding to antibiotics alone.

Procedure

US-guided drain placement. Duration: 20-30 minutes.

Risks

Bleeding, superinfection, organ injury.

Recovery

Drain in place until resolution. Prolonged antibiotics.

Practical information

The procedure is performed under local anesthesia.