Intra-abdominal abscess Quiz: Ace Your Exams

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A 32-year-old man presents to the emergency department with a four-day history of worsening right lower quadrant abdominal pain that radiates to the right flank and the groin. The patient underwent an appendectomy for a perforated appendix two weeks ago. He reports a fever reaching 38.4°C (101.1°F) and has noticed a decrease in appetite. Temperature is 38.8°C (101.8°F), blood pressure is 114/75 mmHg, pulse is 93/min, respiratory rate is 14 breaths/min, and oxygen saturation is 97% on room air. The surgical incision site is clean, dry, and intact without bulges. Abdominal examination is significant for diminished bowel sounds, tenderness over the right lower quadrant and right flank. The patient’s pain is increased with hip flexion against resistance. Laboratory evaluation is significant for a leukocyte count of 16,000/mm3 and elevated CRP. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?  

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