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Computerized tomography of prostatic and periurethral abscesses: 2 case reports
The Journal of Urology
|June 1, 1986
Summary
Contrast-enhanced computerized tomography (CT) scanning effectively diagnosed lower urinary tract abscesses when standard methods failed. This imaging technique identified the cause of persistent urinary tract infection symptoms, enabling appropriate treatment.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Radiology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Lower urinary tract abscesses are uncommon but serious infections.
- Diagnosis can be challenging with conventional imaging and clinical evaluation.
- Persistent urinary tract infection symptoms warrant thorough investigation.
Observation:
- Two cases of lower urinary tract abscesses are presented.
- Contrast-enhanced computerized tomography (CT) scanning was utilized for diagnosis.
- Conventional diagnostic studies were insufficient in both cases.
Findings:
- Computerized tomography (CT) scanning accurately disclosed the presence and location of abscesses.
- The diagnosis was made when standard investigations failed to identify the cause.
- Abscesses were the underlying reason for treatment-resistant urinary tract infection symptoms.
Implications:
- Contrast-enhanced CT is a valuable tool for diagnosing complex urinary tract infections.
- Early and accurate diagnosis of abscesses leads to timely and effective treatment.
- This highlights the importance of advanced imaging in challenging urological cases.