Subphrenic Abscess

Subphrenic Abscess is an accumulation of pus in the space under the diaphragm, most often on the right side - between the liver and the diaphragm. The cause of a subphrenic abscess may be a postoperative infection (especially after surgery on the stomach or intestines) or perforation of an organ (for example, perforation of a peptic ulcer). In some cases, urgently prescribing antibiotics to the patient is effective, but most often in this situation there is a need for surgical drainage of the abscess.

**Subphrenicus Abscess** is one of the most common diseases resulting from the accumulation of pus between the diaphragm and the liver. It is characterized by the fact that pus accumulates in the area that is located under the diaphragm on the right side. Patients may experience abdominal pain, weakness, nausea, vomiting and other symptoms that can be complicated by high fever and intoxication of the body.

Causes of subphrenic abscess

The main causes of the development of subphrenic abscess are the following diseases:

An abscess of the subdiaphragmatic region is a special condition in which an accumulation of fluid mixed with pus forms in the space between the diaphragm and the liver. It occurs most often after surgical interventions for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Abscesses can also be caused by