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Pyelo-hepatic fistula.

Shiu-Dong Chung1, Kuo-Hsin Chen, Hsiao-Chun Chang

  • 1Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, Far Eastern Memorial Hospital, Ban Ciao, Taipei, Taiwan.

Urology
|July 25, 2008
PubMed
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A rare Pyelo-Hepatic fistula, a kidney and liver connection, was diagnosed in a sepsis patient with Proteus mirabilis infection. This case highlights a unique complication of severe kidney infection.

Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Hepatology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Sepsis and acute renal failure are critical conditions requiring prompt diagnosis.
  • Proteus mirabilis is a common cause of urinary tract infections, which can lead to pyelonephritis.

Observation:

  • A 43-year-old woman with hypertension presented with symptoms of sepsis, including oliguria, fever, and abdominal pain.
  • Physical examination and lab tests confirmed sepsis and acute renal failure.
  • Blood cultures identified Proteus mirabilis as the causative agent.

Findings:

  • Imaging revealed a significantly enlarged right kidney with an abscess.
  • The kidney abscess was found to be communicating with the liver, forming a pyelo-hepatic fistula.
  • This represents the first reported case of a pyelo-hepatic fistula.

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Implications:

  • This case expands the spectrum of known complications associated with Proteus mirabilis infections.
  • Recognition of pyelo-hepatic fistula is crucial for appropriate management of complex kidney and liver infections.
  • Further research may be needed to understand the pathogenesis and optimal treatment strategies for this rare condition.