Formation of perinephric abscess following extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy.
We report 2 cases of perinephric abscess formation following extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL). Possible mechanisms and preventative measures are discussed.
Karamalegos
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Department of Urology, William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan.
Diokno
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Moylan
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D000038:Abscess / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D000368:Aged; D004927:Escherichia coli Infections / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007674:Kidney Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D008096:Lithotripsy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011512:Proteus Infections / Q000209:etiology*; D011513:Proteus mirabilis; D011859:Radiography