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Emphysematous Cystitis in an Uncontrolled Diabetic: A Case Report.

Shelby A Swede¹, Adedolapo O Ojo², Tobe Momah¹

¹Family Medicine, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, USA.

|January 14, 2022

Summary

Emphysematous cystitis, a rare urinary tract infection, often affects diabetic women. Prompt diagnosis is key due to variable symptoms and potential severity.

Keywords:

air in bladder wall and lumen diabetes emphysematous cystitis pneumaturia urinary tract infection

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Radiology

Background:

Emphysematous cystitis is a rare, severe urinary tract infection caused by gas-forming bacteria, often seen in diabetic patients.
Escherichia coli is a common causative agent, and symptoms can be atypical, necessitating a high index of suspicion for diagnosis.

Observation:

This case report details a middle-aged woman with poorly controlled diabetes mellitus presenting with emphysematous cystitis.
The patient experienced pneumaturia, a notable symptom of gas within the urinary bladder.

Findings:

Computerized tomography (CT) confirmed the presence of emphysematous cystitis.
The findings highlight the importance of advanced imaging in diagnosing this condition.

Implications:

Early recognition and treatment of emphysematous cystitis are crucial for preventing severe complications.
This case underscores the need for vigilance in diabetic patients presenting with urinary symptoms.