Invasive Liver Abscess Syndrome in the Immunocompromised: A Case Report

Abstract

Invasive liver abscess syndrome due to hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae poses significant mortality risk, particularly in immunocompromised patients. Early recognition in non-endemic regions is crucial for prompt antibiotic therapy and source control, highlighting the need for increased suspicion and aggressive management of this rare disease to improve patient outcomes.

Keywords: Hypervirulent klebsiella pneumoniae; invasive liver abscess syndrome; splenectomy; uncontrolled diabetes mellitus.