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Pyeloureteritis cystica: case report.

I K Wang1, K K Ng, Y M Chen

  • 1Division of Nephrology, Department of Internal Medicine, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan.

Chang Gung Medical Journal
|April 13, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Pyeloureteritis cystica is a rare ureteral disorder. This case highlights its presentation in a young woman, emphasizing diagnostic imaging and current treatment limitations.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Pyeloureteritis cystica is a rare ureteral inflammatory condition.
  • Typically affects older individuals and is diagnosed via radiological studies.

Observation:

  • A young woman presented with hematuria and flank pain, diagnosed with pyeloureteritis cystica.
  • Imaging revealed a bead-like appearance on intravenous pyelogram, retrograde pyelogram, and magnetic resonance urography.

Findings:

  • Pyeloureteritis cystica can occur in younger patients and be associated with urinary tract infections and ureteral stones.
  • Magnetic resonance urography offers detailed imaging without radiation or contrast agents.

Implications:

  • This case expands the understanding of pyeloureteritis cystica demographics and associated conditions.
  • Further research into effective treatments for pyeloureteritis cystica is warranted, despite current limitations.

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