Synopsis Acute pyelonephritis (AP), a complication of urolithiasis, can be fatal if it progresses to septic shock. The present study aimed to evaluate the performance of excretory phase computed tomography (CT) in predicting bacteremia among AP patients with upper urinary tract calculi. This week’s “ MED FACT ” discusses a clinical study from International Urology and Nephrology, “ C an excretory phase computed tomography predict bacteremia in obstructive calculous pyelonephritis? ” . Oct 2018.
Authors : Yusuke Yagihashi, et.al. Key Takeaways: Excretory phase CT images can be used to predict bacteremia by evaluating the degree of ureteral obstruction. Also, it can be used to determine the appropriate indication and timing for drainage. Objective: To evaluate the performance of excretory phase CT in predicting bacteremia among patients with obstructive calculous pyelonephritis Study…
