Emphysematous cystitis - A case report

• Type: Article in International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2008

Authors

Meira C.C. do, M (Author) Other; Jeronimo, A (Author) Other; Oliveira, C (Author) Other; Amaro, A (Author) Other; Granja C (Author) FMUP

Journal

Title: Brazilian Journal of Infectious Diseases

Vol. 12

Pages: 552-554

ISSN: 1413-8670

Publisher: Elsevier

Indexing

Scopus - 3 Citations

Other information

Authenticus ID: P-00F-J1Q

Abstract (EN): Emphysematous Cystitis is a primary infection of the bladder with production of gas by bacteria. The infection is uncommon, still has obvious clinical importance due to its morbidity and mortality potential, as the following case enlightens. We report a clinical case of a patient admitted with acute myocardial infarction who developed an acute emphysematous cystitis, a further complication in his long and complex period of hospitalization.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific