Emphysematous cystitis--a case report

Braz J Infect Dis. 2008 Dec;12(6):552-4. doi: 10.1590/s1413-86702008000600025.

Abstract

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.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Cystitis / complications
  • Cystitis / diagnosis*
  • Emphysema / complications
  • Emphysema / diagnosis*
  • Fatal Outcome
  • Humans
  • Length of Stay
  • Male
  • Myocardial Infarction / complications
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed