Emphysematous cystitis.
A case of emphysematous cystitis in a diabetic female is described. Its presentation is non-specific and the prognosis depends on then degree of aggressiveness at presentation. Early diagnosis and aggressive medical and surgical management of gas-forming organisms are vital.
Biyani
C S
CS
Department of Urology, Leighton Hospital, Crewe, Cheshire, UK.
Cornford
P A
PA
Scally
J S
JS
Powell
C S
CS
D000368:Aged; D001437:Bacteriuria / Q000175:diagnosis*; D003556:Cystitis / Q000175:diagnosis*; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D004646:Emphysema / Q000175:diagnosis*; D004755:Enterobacteriaceae; D004756:Enterobacteriaceae Infections / Q000175:diagnosis*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006869:Hydronephrosis / Q000175:diagnosis