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Acute renal infections.

J R Thornbury1

  • 1Clinical Sciences Center, University of Wisconsin, Madison 53792.

Urologic Radiology
|January 1, 1991
PubMed
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This review covers acute kidney infections, including pyelonephritis and abscesses. Computed tomography (CT) is highlighted as superior to ultrasound for diagnosing renal abscesses and assessing parenchymal involvement.

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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Radiology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Acute renal infections encompass a range of conditions, including pyelonephritis, nephritis, abscess, pyonephrosis, and infected cysts.
  • Accurate diagnosis and characterization are crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current understanding of the pathogenesis of acute renal infections.
  • To compare the utility of common imaging modalities in diagnosing these infections.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of pathogenesis and imaging in acute renal infections.
  • Comparison of ultrasound and computed tomography (CT) for diagnosis.

Main Results:

  • Computed tomography (CT) demonstrates advantages over ultrasound in assessing renal parenchymal involvement.

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  • CT provides more accurate diagnosis of acute renal abscess compared to ultrasound.

    • Conclusions:

    • Imaging plays a vital role in the diagnosis and management of acute renal infections.
    • CT is the preferred modality for evaluating the severity and type of renal parenchymal infection and for diagnosing abscesses.