xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis en · NOUN
Etymology
From xantho- + granulo- + matous- + pyelo- + nephr- + -itis
Meanings
- (uncountable) An uncommon, severe form of chronic pyelonephritis characterized by granulomatous inflammation, abscess formation, and extensive renal parenchymal destruction, often mimicking renal cell carcinoma or other inflammatory renal diseases.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| XGP | Abbr=Yes | lexicographic |
Deriveds
xanthogranulomatous · pyelonephritis