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Ann Med Res. 2004; 11(3): 201-206


Emphysematous Pyelonephritis

Tuğba Turunç*, Tahsin Turunç**, Sezgin Güvel**

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Emphysematous pyelonephritis is a life-threatening, necrotizing infection of renal parenchyma and

perirenal tissues caused by gas-forming organisms.

Aim: We discussed ethiyopathogenesis, radiological and clinical signs and treatment of emphysematous

pyelonephritis in this review article.

Conclusion: Emphysematous pyelonephritis is a life-threatening infection that should always be

considered in the differential diagnosis for a diabetic patient with abdominal pain or suspected

pyelonephritis.

Key Word: Emphysematous pyelonephritis





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