Uncommon Development of Intra-abdominal Abscesses Following Acute Pancreatitis: A Case Report

Acute pancreatitis is not an uncommon gastrointestinal condition with the potential for both local and systemic complications. While pancreatic necrosis and pseudocyst formation are well-recognized complications, the formation of distant intra-abdominal abscesses is a rare occurrence. We report the case of a 52-year-old man who presented to the emergency department with abdominal pain, noted to be secondary to pancreatitis. Abdominal imaging additionally revealed a left perinephric abscess with additional intra-abdominal abscesses thought to be secondary to acute pancreatitis. This case highlights an uncommon complication of pancreatitis and underscores the importance of considering extra-pancreatic abscess formation in patients with persistent or recurrent abdominal symptoms.