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Xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis in a child with autoimmune joint disease

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis is a rare condition in paediatric patients, mostly described in middle-aged female patients. We present a 7-year-old female with juvenile idiopathic arthritis, who was found to have a kidney mass with a concurrent Escherichia coli urinary tract infection. Surgical excision was done out of concern for possible malignancy. Histology confirmed the diagnosis of xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis and persistent E. coli infection.

Source: Pediatric Nephrology

DOI: 10.1007/s00467-024-06582-4

Authors: Pieter Willem Kriek, Maria Karsas, Jeané Cloete

Institutions: Steve Biko Hospital, University of Pretoria

Language: English

Topic: Urinary Tract Infections Management

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,190