Nagappan R, Kletchko S
Intensive Care Unit, Middlemore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand.
J Intern Med. 1992 Jul;232(1):77-80. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2796.1992.tb00553.x.
We describe a case of bilateral emphysematous pyelonephritis, in a diabetic female, that responded to medical therapy alone. Her complete improvement is documented radiologically. Emphysematous pyelonephritis, as a cause of serious infection in diabetic patients, is briefly reviewed.