Surgery Which of the following statements about pyogenic abscess of the liver are true? A The right lobe is more commonly involved than the left lobe. B Appendicitis with perforation and abscess is the most common underlying cause of hepatic abscess. C Moality is largely not determined by the underlying disease. D Moality from hepatic abscess is currently greater than 40%. 💡 Explanation Which of the following statements about pyogenic abscess of the liver are true? ✓ Correct Answer: A. The right lobe is more commonly involved than the left lobe.