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        • Management of acute pyelonephritis in special patient groups
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Management of acute pyelonephritis in special patient groups

This topic covers the management of acute pyelonephritis in nonpregnant adults. Specific information about the management of acute pyelonephritis is available for the following groups:

  • residents of an aged-care facility
  • adults with urinary catheters
  • adults with urinary stents
  • pregnant patients.
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