Effective Surgical Drainage for Liver Abscess

A liver abscess is a localized collection of pus within the liver, often caused by bacterial, parasitic, or fungal infections. If left untreated, it can lead to severe complications such as sepsis, rupture, or liver failure. Liver abscess drainage is the definitive treatment to evacuate the pus and resolve the infection.

Dr. Surendra Pal Jakhar offers both percutaneous and surgical drainage options, tailored to the size, location, and number of abscesses, ensuring optimal outcomes with minimal risks.

Types of Liver Abscess

• Pyogenic Abscess: Most common, caused by bacterial infection (e.g., E. coli, Klebsiella, Streptococcus)
• Amoebic Abscess: Caused by Entamoeba histolytica, often associated with travel to endemic areas
• Fungal Abscess: Rare, seen in immunocompromised patients
• Mixed or Secondary Abscess: Arising from biliary tract infections, appendicitis, or diverticulitis

Common Symptoms

• Fever with chills and rigors
• Right upper quadrant abdominal pain
• Nausea and vomiting
• Jaundice (if biliary obstruction is present)
• Weight loss and malaise
• Hepatomegaly (enlarged liver)

Drainage Procedures Offered

• Percutaneous Drainage: Ultrasound or CT-guided needle aspiration/catheter drainage – minimally invasive, first-line for most abscesses
• Laparoscopic Drainage: Minimally invasive surgical drainage for complex or multiloculated abscesses
• Open Surgical Drainage: For large, ruptured, or inaccessible abscesses, or when percutaneous drainage fails
• Marsupialization: For chronic or recurrent abscesses

Why Choose Dr. Surendra Pal Jakhar?

With a patient-centric approach and advanced surgical expertise, Dr. Jakhar ensures timely diagnosis, appropriate antibiotic therapy, and precise drainage of liver abscesses. Our multidisciplinary care minimizes hospital stay, reduces recurrence, and promotes faster recovery.

If you or a loved one are experiencing symptoms of a liver abscess, contact us immediately for expert evaluation and treatment.