Abstract |
The etiology of pyeloureteritis cystica has long been attributed to chronic infection and inflammation. A case is presented that is unique in that the acute onset and the rapid resolution of pyeloureteral filling defects in this patient were documented by radiography. There is no evidence of antecedent or concurrent infection in this patient. The disease occurred subsequent to the initiation of heparin therapy for suspected pelvic thrombophlebitis and cleared rapidly subsequent to its discontinuation. The rate of resolution of the radiographic findings may be helpful in distinguishing between true pyeloureteritis cystica and submucosal hemorrhage.
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Authors | D W Buntley, R Mcduffie |
Journal | The Journal of urology
(J Urol)
Vol. 115
Issue 3
Pg. 335-7
(Mar 1976)
ISSN: 0022-5347 [Print] United States |
PMID | 1255900
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Adult
- Anticoagulants
(adverse effects)
- Female
- Heparin
(adverse effects)
- Humans
- Pyelitis
(chemically induced, diagnostic imaging)
- Radiography
- Ureteral Diseases
(chemically induced, diagnostic imaging)
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