Renal Abscess in Childhood: Report of Five Cases and Review of Literature

Taktak A., Cayci F. S., Acar B., Uncu N., Cakar N.

GUNCEL PEDIATRI-JOURNAL OF CURRENT PEDIATRICS, vol.15, no.3, pp.46-51, 2017 (ESCI) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Review
  • Volume: 15 Issue: 3
  • Publication Date: 2017
  • Journal Name: GUNCEL PEDIATRI-JOURNAL OF CURRENT PEDIATRICS
  • Journal Indexes: Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), Scopus, TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
  • Page Numbers: pp.46-51
  • Ankara University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Renal abscess is uncommon in childhood and due to nonspecific clinical features there could be diagnostic difficulties. Clinical features, laboratory findings and imaging modalities are helpful in diagnosis. Subsequent to diagnosis, antibiotic treatment should be initiated promptly. In some cases percutaneous drainage or surgery is needed. In severe cases even nephrectomy is indicated. In this study, five patients with renal abscess are discussed and literature is reviewed.