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What is one possible complication of pyelonephritis?
Which complication of pyelonephritis involves damage to the kidney tissue?
What serious condition can arise from pyelonephritis, affecting the bloodstream?
Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of pyelonephritis?
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What does permanent damage from pyelonephritis primarily refer to?
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Study Notes
Pyelonephritis Complications
- Possible complications: Sepsis, kidney abscesses, and permanent kidney damage.
- Kidney tissue damage: This can occur due to the infection spreading and causing inflammation and scarring.
- Serious condition affecting bloodstream: Sepsis.
- Not a potential complication: The question does not provide a list of options to evaluate.
- Permanent damage: This primarily refers to scarring of the kidney tissue, which can impair the kidney's ability to function properly over time.
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Test your knowledge about the complications associated with pyelonephritis. This quiz covers various outcomes, including kidney damage and serious health risks related to this condition. Understand the potential long-term effects and what complications may arise during the infection process.
