Floyd M St J, Casey R G, Bredin H C
Department of Urology, University College Hospital, Newcastle, Galway, Ireland.
Int Urogynecol J Pelvic Floor Dysfunct. 2008 Aug;19(8):1179-81. doi: 10.1007/s00192-008-0587-x. Epub 2008 Mar 11.
We describe an unusual presentation of hydronephrosis in an 80-year-old woman who was managed conservatively after transfer to a specialist unit. This case highlights the role of accurate history taking and a focused physical examination in elderly female patients presenting with renal failure and hydronephrosis.