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[Peri-nephritic phlegmon in children. Apropos of 13 cases]

M N Mhiri1, F Kharrat, C Mhiri

  • 1Service d'Urologie, CHU, Tunisie.

Chirurgie Pediatrique
|January 1, 1989
PubMed

Insights

Perinephric abscess in children is better diagnosed with advanced imaging and treated effectively with percutaneous drainage. This study reviews 13 cases, highlighting improved diagnostic and therapeutic outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nephrology
  • Pediatric Urology
  • Infectious Diseases in Children

Context:

  • Perinephric abscesses present diagnostic challenges in pediatric patients.
  • Traditional diagnostic methods relied on clinical examination and conventional radiology.
  • Advancements in medical imaging have significantly enhanced diagnostic capabilities.

Purpose:

  • To review the experience with pediatric perinephric abscesses.
  • To evaluate the role of modern imaging techniques in diagnosis.
  • To assess the efficacy of contemporary treatment modalities.

Summary:

  • This study analyzed 13 cases of perinephric abscess in 12 children.
  • Newer imaging modalities, including ultrasound (echography) and computed tomography (tomodensitometry), improved diagnostic accuracy.
  • Percutaneous drainage guided by these imaging techniques offered effective treatment.

Impact:

  • Improved diagnostic accuracy for perinephric abscesses in children.
  • Enhanced treatment outcomes through minimally invasive percutaneous drainage.
  • Provides valuable insights for clinicians managing pediatric renal infections.

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