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Pyelonephritis

Pyelonephritis is a common presentation to the Emergency Department. The most important consideration is renal tract imaging to rule out an obstructive cause, which can rapidly lead to severe sepsis.

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Renal colic

Renal colic (or nephrolithiasis) is an extremely common presenting problem to the Emergency Department. The immediate priority will be pain relief.

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Pelviureteric Junction Obstruction

Pelviureteric junction obstruction (PUJO) describes obstruction of urine flow from the renal pelvis into the proximal ureter. It can be congenital or acquired and may be asymptomatic. Severe cases can lead to infection and renal function loss.

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Priapism

Priapism is a persistent, painful erection not related to sexual stimulation, lasting at least 2–4 hours. It is classified into Non-ischemic (high flow, arterial): and Ischemic (low flow, veno-occlusive)

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Epididymo-orchitis

Epididymo-orchitis is inflammation of the epididymis and/or testis, usually due to infection. Most commonly from a urinary tract infection but may also be as a result of a sexually transmitted infection.

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Metaraminol

Metaraminol is a useful, easily titratable sympathomimetic vasopressor that acts both directly and indirectly on alpha-1 adrenoreceptors.