Emphysematous pyelonephritis

Case contributed by Ahmed Abdrabou
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

Sudden onset of acute right loin pain, fever and chills. The patient has uncontrolled diabetes mellitus

Patient Data

Age: 55 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

Large gas collection is seen at the right hypochondrial region displacing the ascending colon medially.

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