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Perirenal candidial abscess.

J Provet1, R Gluck, M Golimbu

  • 1Department of Urology, New York University School of Medicine, New York.

Urology
|December 1, 1990
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Perirenal candidial abscesses are uncommon kidney infections. This case highlights successful treatment using amphotericin B and nephrectomy for a perinephric abscess.

Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Surgical Urology

Background:

  • Perirenal abscesses, particularly those caused by Candida species, represent a rare clinical entity.
  • Documented cases of perinephric candidiasis are scarce in medical literature, posing diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.

Observation:

  • The study presents a unique case of a patient diagnosed with a perinephric abscess of candidial origin.
  • The abscess was located in the space surrounding the kidney, indicating a serious localized infection.

Findings:

  • The patient's perinephric abscess was effectively managed through a combination of antifungal therapy and surgical intervention.
  • Amphotericin B, a potent antifungal agent, was administered to combat the Candida infection.
  • Nephrectomy, the surgical removal of the kidney, was performed as part of the treatment strategy.

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  • Combined medical and surgical management can be a viable approach for these rare infections.