Emphysematous pyelonephritis in a diabetic patient with obstructed kidney
Journal Title: Central European Journal of Urology - Year 2014, Vol 67, Issue 2
Abstract
Emphysematous pyelonephritis (EPN) is an acute, rare, inflammatory disease, which typically occurs in patients who suffer from diabetes mellitus. We report the case of a patient who was admitted to the Department of Urology with septic signs, in whom, after performing computed tomography, the diagnosis of EPN was established. The patient underwent organ–preserving treatment, which consisted of pyelolithotomy with nephrostomy, and the insertion of a double J catheter into the left ureter. The importance of the classification of EPN is also discussed. The need for individualized procedures is highlighted.
Authors and Affiliations
Piotr Kutwin, Tomasz Konecki, Zbigniew Jabłonowski
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- EP ID EP341551
- DOI 10.5173/ceju.2014.02.art18
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