Intra-abdominal Actinomycosis with Hepatic Pseudotumor and Xanthogranulomatous Pyelonephritis in a 6-y-old Boy

Author: Lin Ta-Pi   Fu Lin-Shien   Peng Hai-Chyi   Lee Tain   Chen Jung-Ta   Chi Chin-Shiang  

Publisher: Informa Healthcare

ISSN: 0036-5548

Source: Scandinavian Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol.33, Iss.7, 2001-07, pp. : 551-553

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Abstract

We report the case of a 6-y-old boy with actinomycosis, presenting as xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis (XGP), hepatic pseudotumor and abdominal abscess. Symptoms included intermittent fever, abdominal pain and significant weight loss. Hepatic and renal tumor masses were suspected on sonography and computerized tomography. XGP and actinomycosis were proven by pathology. The patient recovered well with antibiotic alone.