A case of amebiasis with multiple liver abscesses: A way to diagnosis

Abstract

Amebiasis is a protozoal disease common for tropical countries. It is not frequently diagnosed in Central Russia, and is mainly seen in travelers, people with immunodeficiency, as well as in men who have sex with men. The main manifestation of the disease is intestinal damage with the development of diarrhea. With the hematogenic spread of the pathogen, extra-intestinal lesions of different organs may develop with the formation of abscesses in them. The liver, lungs, brain, and skin are most often involved in the inflammatory process. In this article, we describe a case of extrahepatic amebiasis with multiple liver abscesses, which presented difficulties in diagnosis. We provide details of observation and key laboratory findings as well as results of radiological examinations. Appearance of imported amebiasis in the Moscow region proves its actual importance and significance of timely diagnosis and etiotropic therapy. The aim of the article is to draw attention to the problem of diagnosis and prophylaxis of amebiasis in Central Russia as a result of migration and tourism to endemic territories.

Keywords

amebiasis / liver abscess / pneumonia

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