Presentation
Fever and elevated inflammatory markers.
Patient Data
Age: 40 years
Gender: Female
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CT shows
- enlarged left kidney, with decreased uptake of contrast media
- increased density of the perirenal fat.
In the delayed phase there is no excretion of contrast by the left kidney.
Bilateral pleural effusions.
Case Discussion
This case shows renal findings compatible with acute pyelonephritis.