CRP and Increased total leukocyte count: Three-day history of progressive abdominal pain, fevers up to 102°F, anorexia, and weight loss two weeks post-esophageal stent placement. Leukocytosis (20,000 cells/μL), elevated procalcitonin (0.69 mg/dL), and elevated C-reactive protein levels (37.8 mg/dL).