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Uncommon Development of Intra-abdominal Abscesses Following Acute Pancreatitis: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Acute pancreatitis is not an uncommon gastrointestinal condition with the potential for both local and systemic complications. While pancreatic necrosis and pseudocyst formation are well-recognized complications, the formation of distant intra-abdominal abscesses is a rare occurrence. We report the case of a 52-year-old man who presented to the emergency department with abdominal pain, noted to be secondary to pancreatitis. Abdominal imaging additionally revealed a left perinephric abscess with additional intra-abdominal abscesses thought to be secondary to acute pancreatitis. This case highlights an uncommon complication of pancreatitis and underscores the importance of considering extra-pancreatic abscess formation in patients with persistent or recurrent abdominal symptoms.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.98798

Authors: Ian Engerbretson, Marina Botros, Steven J Laxton

Institutions: Saint Thomas Health, University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Language: English

Topic: Pancreatitis Pathology and Treatment

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4417162841