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Candida pyocalix: unusual complication of prolonged nephrostomy drainage
The Journal of Urology
|October 1, 1985
Abstract:
Long-term nephrostomy drainage rarely is used except in extreme circumstances. We report an unusual complication, that is Candida pyocalix in a solitary kidney. The obstruction developed following removal of the nephrostomy tube at the infundibular outlet to the calix where the tube had resided.
Insights
Long-term nephrostomy drainage is rarely used. This case report details an unusual complication of Candida pyocalix in a solitary kidney following nephrostomy tube removal, leading to obstruction.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Urology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Long-term nephrostomy drainage is a rare procedure, typically reserved for complex clinical scenarios.
- Solitary kidneys present unique management challenges due to the absence of renal compensation.
Observation:
- An unusual case of Candida pyocalix occurred in a patient with a solitary kidney.
- The complication arose after the removal of a nephrostomy tube.
Findings:
- Obstruction developed at the infundibular outlet of the calix where the nephrostomy tube had been placed.
- Fungal infection (Candida pyocalix) was identified as the cause of the obstruction.
Implications:
- Highlights the potential for rare fungal complications following nephrostomy tube use, even in solitary kidneys.
- Underscores the importance of vigilant monitoring for infectious complications after urinary drainage procedures.
- Suggests careful consideration of risks versus benefits for long-term nephrostomy in compromised renal function.