Renal papillary necrosis

Last updated: Tuesday, 21, December, 2010
CausesAppropriate Tests

Urine microscopy and culture.

Submit sloughed papilla passed in urine in formalin fixative for histopathological confirmation.

Creatinine, urea, electrolytes.

Analgesic nephropathy

See Analgesic abuse

Diabetes mellitus

Urinary outflow obstruction

Urinary tract infection

Sickle cell disease

See under Sickle cell disorders