Match the disease to its definition.
-Pyelonephritis
A)Nonsuppurative inflammation of the tuft of capillaries in the Bowman's capsule
B)Suppurative infection of the kidneys and renal pelvis
C)Inflammation of the urinary bladder
D)A destructive condition involving the terminal portion of the renal pyramids

Question

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Pyelonephritis refers to a suppurative (pus-forming) infection of the kidneys and renal pelvis.

Answer: A
 Nonsuppurative inflammation of the tuft of capillaries in the Bowman's capsule is known as glomerulonephritis.

Answer: C
 Inflammation of the urinary bladder is known as cystitis.

Answer: D
 A destructive condition involving the terminal portion of the renal pyramids is known as papillary necrosis.

Match the Disease to Its Definition