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Emphysematous pyelonephritis most often presents as an acute medical emergency, typically in a septic diabetic patient with acute renal failure. The management of this condition has traditionally been surgical, with nephrectomy. However, some recent reports have described successful medical interventions. We describe a case of acute bilateral emphysematous pyelonephritis in a frail patient not suitable for bilateral nephrectomy and long-term dialysis. This condition was managed medically, not surgically, with intensive antibiotic and circulatory support. The outcome was complete recovery after months of hospital-based treatment. We discuss the management of this rare but important condition in detail.
Author(s): Sheerin N; Tahir H; Thomas G; Bettington H; Pattison JM; Goldsmith DJ
Publication type: Article
Publication status: Published
Journal: American Journal of Kidney Diseases
Year: 2000
Volume: 36
Issue: 6
Pages: 1267-1270
ISSN (print): 0272-6386
ISSN (electronic): 1523-6838
Publisher: W.B. Saunders Co. Ltd.
URL: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=11096052
PubMed id: 11096052
Notes: Case Reports Journal Article United states the official journal of the National Kidney Foundation
