title: [Splenic abscess].
abstract: Splenic abscess is an uncommon condition associated with a high mortality. In most cases an hematogenous focus can be identified. Early diagnosis is essential for recovery. CT scan and ultrasound tomography are the best diagnostic tools. The latter was used to establish the diagnosis in 2 patients who were successfully treated by surgery.
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Troncoso
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Geni
authors.forename: O
authors.initials: O
authors.lastname: Llanos
mesh_terms: D000038:Abscess / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013158:Splenic Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D014463:Ultrasonography
vernacular_title: Absceso esplénico.