Emphysematous Pyelonephritis Caused by a Giant Fecaloma
Emphysematous pyelonephritis (EPN) is a gas-producing necrotizing bacterial infection that involves the renal parenchyma and perirenal tissue. It is a life-threatening condition that requires a high index of suspicion, an early diagnosis and an aggressive treatment. Rapid progression to septic shock...
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| Format: | Article |
| Langue: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2019-01-01
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| Collection: | Case Reports in Urology |
| Accès en ligne: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2019/8743525 |