Acute Pyelonephritis

Overview

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Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

10

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

28 Feb 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Acute pyelonephritis is a bacterial infection causing inflammation of the kidneys. Pyelonephritis is generally a complication of an ascending urinary tract infection that spreads from the bladder to the kidneys. Certain populations, such as pediatric patients, renal transplant patients, and pregnant patients, warrant special attention. Symptoms usually include fever, flank pain, nausea, vomiting, burning with urination, increased urinary frequency, and urgency. It is important to differentiate acute pyelonephritis, a medical condition treated primarily with antibiotics, from pyonephrosis (obstructive pyelonephritis), a clinically similar condition that requires urgent surgical drainage of an obstructed, infected renal pelvis. The microbiology of pyelonephritis can be complex, and antibiotic resistance is common. The role of imaging is discussed, and suggested empiric antibiotics are identified. This activity outlines the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of acute pyelonephritis and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in caring for patients with the condition.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the clinical features and risk factors associated with acute pyelonephritis.

  • Describe expected signs and symptoms in a patient with pyelonephritis.

  • Select appropriate imaging modalities for diagnosing acute pyelonephritis and monitoring treatment response.

  • Collaborate with interprofessional teams, including urologists, radiologists, and infectious disease specialists, to optimize patient care.

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This was under Pediatric infectious disease but most of the cases/ material was about adults

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