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Renal abscess in childhood.

A P Barker1, S Ahmed

  • 1Department of Paediatric Surgery, Adelaide Children's Hospital, South Australia.

The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Surgery
|March 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Renal abscesses in children, particularly Aboriginal girls, require prompt diagnosis. Ultrasonography is key for diagnosis and minimally invasive percutaneous drainage, often avoiding surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nephrology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

  • Renal abscesses are uncommon in pediatric patients.
  • Early diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for favorable outcomes.

Observation:

  • A review of 8 pediatric renal abscess cases over 15 years.
  • Patients ranged from 3 to 15 years, with a predominance of female Aboriginal children.
  • Clinical presentations varied from localized symptoms to sepsis.

Findings:

  • Ultrasonography was the most effective diagnostic tool.
  • Penicillinase-producing Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli were the primary pathogens.
  • Management evolved from open surgery to percutaneous drainage and antibiotic therapy.

Implications:

  • Consider renal abscess in febrile children, especially Aboriginal girls.
  • Ultrasonography is recommended for diagnosis and guiding percutaneous drainage.
  • Minimally invasive techniques can effectively manage renal abscesses, reducing the need for open surgery.

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