Which of the following statements about pyogenic abscess of the liver are true?
A. The right lobe is more commonly involved than the left lobe.
B. Appendicitis with perforation and abscess is the most common underlying cause of hepatic abscess.
C. Mortality is largely determined by the underlying disease.
D. Mortality from hepatic abscess is currently greater than 40%.
Answer:A
Which of the following statements about pyogenic abscess of the liver are true?
A. The right lobe is more commonly involved than the left lobe. B. Appendicitis with perforation and abscess is the most common underlying cause of hepatic abscess. C. Mortality is largely determined by the underlying disease. D. Mortality from hepatic abscess is currently greater than 40%.