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[Renal abscess in patients with HIV infection in the era of highly active antiretroviral therapy].

Authors :
Blanco Espinosa A
Moreno Izarra J
Regueiro López JC
Anglada Curado FJ
Requena Tapia MJ
Source :
Actas urologicas espanolas [Actas Urol Esp] 2001 May; Vol. 25 (5), pp. 396-9.
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

Renal abscess is a very rare complication of HIV infection, usually occurs in patients with severe immune deficiency. The immune status is the main factor that predict disease advancement. Highly activate antiretroviral therapy (HAART) improve the CD4 cell count. We present a case of renal abscess for Aspergillus niger in a HIV+ patient who complained of right flank mass and fever. We review relevant literature and the management of these patients.

Details

Language :
Spanish; Castilian
ISSN :
0210-4806
Volume :
25
Issue :
5
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Actas urologicas espanolas
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
11512268
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/s0210-4806(01)72639-3