US and CT findings of rectal amebian abscess

An interesting case of rectal amebic abscess is presented. Ultrasound and C T images provided the of a cystic intramural mass at the rectal wall of a y oung man, who complained of pelvic pain, constipation, and fever. His clini cal history of amebiasis and the finding of trophozoids and cysts at the st ool swap confirmed the diagnosis. Intravenous metron-idazole therapy cured the disease and led to total disappearance of the mass, and clinical well-b eing.