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Pyelonephritis Flashcards

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What are the symptoms of pyelonephritis?

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Rapid onset of:
Costovertebral /flank / loin / kidney pain
Fever
Myalgia
Rigors
Nausea and vomiting
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How is pyelonephritis managed?

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Antibiotics - ciprofloxacin or trimethoprim if uncomplicated, IV gentamicin if complicated
Supportive care

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What are the risk factors for the development of complicated pyelonephritis?

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Male sex
Pregnancy
Immunosuppresion
Anatomical abnormalities of the urinary tract
Obstruction of the urinary tract
Catheter in situ
Resistant organism
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