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ArticleUrology case reports2026

An abnormal presentation of Xanthogranulomatous Pyelonephritis.

Robenson Nguyen, Robert Smith, Alexandra Darien, Michael A Deal, Ngoc-Quynh Chu, Lindsey Cox

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Article in Urology case reports, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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6 authors.

Robenson NguyenCampbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Lillington, NC, USA.
Robert SmithMedical University of South Carolina, Department of Urology, Charleston, SC, USA.
Alexandra DarienMedical University of South Carolina, Department of Urology, Charleston, SC, USA.
Michael A DealMedical University of South Carolina, Department of Surgery, Charleston, SC, USA.
Ngoc-Quynh ChuMedical University of South Carolina, Department of Surgery, Charleston, SC, USA.
Lindsey CoxMedical University of South Carolina, Department of Urology, Charleston, SC, USA.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Xanthogranulomatous Pyelonephritis (XGP) is commonly misdiagnosed as it can mimic several other pathological conditions. Here we report a case of a 55-year-old female with XGP presenting with pneumomediastinum and associated pleural effusions. The patient was successfully managed with exploratory thoracotomy, mediastinal washout, right lung decortication, and open right nephrectomy to achieve source control. Recognition of this novel complication of XGP is essential for accurate diagnosis and appropriate management, and highlights the importance of counseling patients with existing ureteral stents or nephrostomy tubes about the need for periodic exchanges.

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