CT hypoperfusion complex from pyelonephritis

Case contributed by Jeremy Lim , 24 Oct 2016
Diagnosis almost certain
Changed by Jeremy Lim, 25 Oct 2016

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Presented hypotensive requiring fluid resuscitation and blood transfusion. Surgical team concerned re:active bleed or perforated viscus.

On further questioning (after the scan), the patient had experiencedreported back pain, fevers and vomiting in the previous 2 days. Haematuria present.

  • -<p>On further questioning, the patient had experienced back pain, fevers and vomiting in the previous 2 days. </p>
  • +<p>Presented hypotensive requiring fluid resuscitation and blood transfusion. Surgical team concerned re:active bleed or perforated viscus.</p><p>On further questioning (after the scan), the patient reported back pain, fevers and vomiting in the previous 2 days. Haematuria present.</p>

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