65-year-old Woman in Medicine / Internal Medicine — 65yo Woman | Infectious Diseases | SMLE Q#16432
SMLE Question #16432
Medicine / Internal Medicine
Infectious Diseases
Objective: OBJ-349
Last updated: February 2026
A 65-year-old woman is assessed 12 hours after cystoscopic removal of an infected ureteric stent. Pre-procedure urine culture grew Escherichia coli susceptible to common antibiotics. She develops chills, rigors, new confusion, and reduced urine output. What is the most likely diagnosis?
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