Pyonephrosis (patient information)

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Polynephrosis

Overview

What are the symptoms?

What are the causes?

Who is at highest risk?

Diagnosis

When to seek urgent medical care?

Treatment options

Where to find medical care for Polynephrosis?

Prevention

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

Possible complications

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Harsh Vardhan Chawla, M.B.B.S.[2]

Overview

Pyonephrosis (Greek pyon "pus" + nephros "kidney") is an infection of obstructed renal collecting system leading to accumulation of pus in the renal collecting system. Pus collects in the renal pelvis and eventually causes destruction of the renal parenchyma. Pyonephrosis is sometimes a complication of renal stones, which can be a source of persisting infection. It may also occur spontaneously.

It needs an early diagnosis and immediate intervention as it may progress to urosepsis. Treatment may require drainage, best performed by nephrostomy.

What are the symptoms of pyonephrosis?

Pyonephrosis presents with a range of symptoms from asymptomatic to sepsis. The common symptoms are the following:

What causes pyonephrosis?

Pyonephrosis is caused by bacteria which enter the kidneys through the following routes:

  1. Infected lower urinary tract, ascending upto the kidneys.
  2. Bacteria from other infected parts of the body can reach the kidney via the bloodstream.

Who is at highest risk?

Diagnosis

When to seek urgent medical care?

Treatment options

Where to find medical care for pyonephrosis?

Directions to Hospitals Treating Condition

Prevention

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

Possible complications

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