A Retrospective Analysis of the Clinical and Radiological Profile of Patients Admitted With Emphysematous Pyelonephritis

Serum creatinine at admission emerged as a key predictor of mortality in EPN, emphasizing the need for early renal function assessment and close monitoring in high-risk patients. The low mortality rate observed in our cohort suggests that early intervention combining empirical antibiotic therapy guided by resistance patterns and minimally invasive drainage techniques may improve survival. Future prospective studies are needed to validate these findings and refine EPN management strategies.