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Renal aspergillosis--case report.

P Salgia, M K Mani

    Nephron
    |January 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary
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    A diabetic patient experienced recurrent kidney stones caused by Aspergillus fungus balls. Treatment with amphotericin B successfully cleared the infection, resolving the renal colic and preventing recurrence.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nephrology
    • Mycology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Diabetes mellitus is a common condition associated with various complications.
    • Fungal infections, particularly Aspergillus, can affect multiple organ systems.
    • Renal colic is a painful condition caused by stones in the urinary tract.

    Observation:

    • A well-controlled diabetic patient presented with recurrent renal colic.
    • The patient passed soft masses per urethra, identified as Aspergillus fungus balls.
    • These fungal balls were obstructing the urinary tract, causing pain and discomfort.

    Findings:

    • Diagnosis of Aspergillus fungus balls in the urinary tract of a diabetic patient.
    • Successful treatment of urinary tract fungal balls using amphotericin B.

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  • Resolution of renal colic and negative urine cultures post-treatment.
  • Implications:

    • Highlights the potential for Aspergillus to cause urinary tract obstruction in diabetic patients.
    • Demonstrates the efficacy of amphotericin B in treating invasive fungal infections of the urinary system.
    • Emphasizes the importance of considering fungal etiologies in patients with recurrent renal colic, especially those with diabetes.