K. E. Boyce, R A Cobb
Abstract
Subphrenic abscess is a recognised complication of splenectomy, but fistulation into the stomach is extremely rare. This report describes a delayed complication of splenectomy presenting as offensive and socially disabling halitosis.
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Subphrenic abscess is a recognised complication of splenectomy, but fistulation into the stomach is extremely rare. This report describes a delayed complication of splenectomy presenting as offensive and socially disabling halitosis.
Key concepts: Medicine, Splenectomy, Complication, Subphrenic abscess, Surgery, Stomach, Abscess, General surgery