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Seminal vesicle abscess causing unilateral hydroureteronephrosis: A case report
Vittorio Imperatore1, Massimiliano Creta, Sergio Di Meo
1Operative Unit of Urology, Buon Consiglio Hospital - Fatebenefratelli, Naples. v.imperatore@alice.it.
Summary
Seminal vesicle abscess (SVA) is a rare condition, often linked to other infections. This case highlights SVA in a diabetic patient with multiple urogenital infections, treated surgically.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Seminal vesicle abscess (SVA) is an uncommon urologic condition.
- It frequently occurs in patients with predisposing factors and can coexist with other genitourinary infections.
Observation:
- A case study of a diabetic patient presenting with SVA.
- The patient also exhibited associated funiculitis, epididymitis, and obstructive pyelonephritis.
Findings:
- SVA can be a complex infection involving multiple urogenital structures.
- Successful management required surgical intervention and supportive care.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering SVA in diabetic patients with complex genitourinary infections.
- Prompt diagnosis and multidisciplinary management are crucial for favorable outcomes in SVA cases.
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