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  • Title: Diffuse xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis in a patient with myotonic dystrophy and cerebral palsy.
    Author: Takayasu H, Ishimaru Y, Kisaki Y, Nakai H, Ueda Y, Ikeda H.
    Journal: Int J Urol; 2005 May; 12(5):497-9. PubMed ID: 15948752.
    Abstract:
    Xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis (XGP), a morphological and clinical variant of chronic pyelonephritis, is an uncommon disease in children. It is characterized by the destruction of the renal parenchyma and replacement by granulomatous tissue containing foamy lipid-laden macrophages and is classified into diffuse and focal XGP. We present a case of diffuse XGP in a child with myotonic dystrophy complicated by cerebral palsy and discuss the importance of correct diagnosis and preoperative management to reduce inflammation and improve malnutrition associated with the disease.
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