Xanthogranulomatous Pyelonephritis: A rare case identified
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2019, Vol 18, Issue 1
Abstract
Xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis (XGP) is a rare manifestation of chronic kidney inflammation.It is an uncommon chronic destructive granulomatous process of renal parenchyma in association with long-term urinary tract obstruction and infection.It can be life-threatening if not recognized early and treated appropriately. It affects females more often than males, with a wide range of age, from newborn to elderly. The present study describes the case of 42 year old female who presented with the complaint of pain abdomen right side and radiological evidence of renal calculi.
Authors and Affiliations
DrMedhavi Dhir, DrLavleen Bharti, DrHarpal Singh, Dr R. K Kundal, DrSurinder Kaur, DrVinay Guriaya
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