Case report: Bilateral emphysematous pyelonephritis with pneumatosis intestinalis

Emphysematous pyelonephritis is a severe and rare gas producing infection in the renal parenchyma or collecting system. Diabetes mellitus is an established risk factor. Treatment options include antibiotics, minimally invasive management such as percutaneous drainage, or nephrectomy. This case repor...

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Main Authors: Maria D'Amico, Joseph Izes, Akhil Das
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2022-01-01
Series:Urology Case Reports
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214442021003351