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Urological complications in Crohn's disease
Journal of the Canadian Association of Radiologists
|September 1, 1985
Summary
Radiography reveals various urinary tract complications in Crohn's disease patients. Findings include ureteric obstruction, kidney stones, and bladder issues, highlighting the disease's impact on the urinary system.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Gastroenterology
- Radiology
Background:
- Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel condition.
- Urinary tract complications are known but less frequently reported manifestations of Crohn's disease.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the radiographic findings of urinary tract complications in patients with Crohn's disease.
- To increase awareness of the spectrum of genitourinary involvement in Crohn's disease.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of radiographic imaging in 11 patients diagnosed with Crohn's disease.
- Analysis of imaging features related to the urinary tract.
Main Results:
- Observed complications included ureteric obstruction and displacement.
- Renal calculi (kidney stones) and bladder involvement (pseudotumor appearance) were identified.
- Enterovesical fistulae were also noted in the patient cohort.
Conclusions:
- Radiographic imaging is crucial for diagnosing urinary tract complications in Crohn's disease.
- A diverse range of genitourinary abnormalities can occur, necessitating thorough evaluation.