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Renal abscess in children.

A R Rote, S B Bauer, A B Retik

    The Journal of Urology
    |February 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Renal abscesses in children are challenging to diagnose pre-hospitalization. Excretory urography with nephrotomography is key, with drainage being the primary treatment, though nephrectomy may be needed for severe cases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Nephrology
    • Urologic Imaging
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Renal abscesses are uncommon but serious pediatric infections.
    • Diagnosis can be delayed due to non-specific initial symptoms.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for pediatric renal abscesses.
    • To identify key imaging modalities and treatment outcomes.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of ten pediatric patients with renal abscesses over 25 years.
    • Analysis of diagnostic imaging (excretory urography, nephrotomography, angiography) and treatment strategies.

    Main Results:

    • Excretory urography with nephrotomography was the most valuable diagnostic tool.

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  • Staphylococcus aureus was the most frequent pathogen; gram-negative infections were associated with upper urinary tract anomalies.
  • Drainage was successful in 8 children; 2 required nephrectomy for extensive carbuncles.

    • Conclusions:

    • Prompt diagnosis and appropriate management, often involving drainage, are crucial for pediatric renal abscesses.
    • Imaging plays a vital role in diagnosis and differentiating abscesses from other conditions.
    • Understanding associated anomalies and common pathogens informs treatment strategies.