Korean J Med > Volume 76(1); 2009 > Article
The Korean Journal of Medicine 2009;76(1):105-109.
A case of septic pulmonary embolism due to pyelonephritis
Ho Youn Lee
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Abstract
A septic pulmonary embolism (SPE) is a rare disease originating from septic thrombi from a primary site of infection. Pyelonephritis is a rare cause of inferior vena cava (IVC) thrombosis and SPE. We experienced a case of SPE associated with pyelonephritis, a perirenal abscess, and renal vein and IVC thrombosis in a patient with diabetes mellitus. Prompt antimicrobial therapy led to a successful outcome, with complete resolution of the thrombi. We report a case of SPE due to pyelonephritis with a review of the literature. (Korean J Med 76:105-109, 2009)
Key Words: Sepsis; Pulmonary embolism; Pyelonephritis; Diabetes mellitus


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