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[Fungal infestation of the excretory urinary ways in chronic pyelonephritis]
Zeitschrift Fur Urologie Und Nephrologie
|January 1, 1977
Abstract:
374 patients with florid chronic pyelonephritis were examined concerning the frequency of a funguria. In primary diseases in 7.8% and in secondary forms in 12.4% of the cases fungi could be proved in the urine. Furthermore it is reported on course and therapy of manifest infections with fungi.
Insights
Fungal infections (funguria) were found in 7.8% of primary chronic pyelonephritis cases and 12.4% of secondary cases. This study examines the occurrence and treatment of these urinary tract fungal infections.
Area of Science:
- Medical Mycology
- Nephrology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Chronic pyelonephritis is a significant kidney infection.
- Fungal urinary tract infections (funguria) can complicate kidney diseases.
- Understanding the prevalence of funguria in pyelonephritis is crucial for patient management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the frequency of funguria in patients with chronic pyelonephritis.
- To analyze the occurrence of fungi in urine based on primary versus secondary forms of pyelonephritis.
- To report on the clinical course and therapeutic strategies for manifest fungal urinary tract infections.
Main Methods:
- Examination of 374 patients diagnosed with florid chronic pyelonephritis.
- Microbiological analysis to detect the presence of fungi in urine samples.
- Clinical data review for disease course and treatment outcomes.
Main Results:
- Funguria was detected in 7.8% of patients with primary chronic pyelonephritis.
- Funguria prevalence increased to 12.4% in patients with secondary forms of chronic pyelonephritis.
- The study provides insights into the clinical presentation and management of these infections.
Conclusions:
- Fungal colonization of the urinary tract is a relevant complication in chronic pyelonephritis.
- Secondary pyelonephritis cases show a higher incidence of funguria.
- Effective management strategies for funguria in pyelonephritis patients are essential.