Pyelonephritis

Question 1

What are some predisposing factors for pyelonephritis?

Answer 1

• immunocompromised (ex. Cushing’s, diabetes, FIV)
• anatomical defect/ impaired local defense mechanism (ex. ectopic ureters, peylectasia, UTI)
• bacterial virulence propertiesH

Question 2

How is pyelonephritis treated?

Answer 2

Treat the underlying cause
CKD can be the cause, or sequelae –> so ensure to do a proper CKD monitoring too