A person is diagnosed with chronic pyelonephritis. The nurse understands that this person is more susceptible to developing which condition?

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Chronic pyelonephritis is a type of kidney inflammation that can cause damage to the kidneys over time. If left untreated, it can lead to chronic kidney disease. While renal calculi, urinary incontinence, and urinary retention can all be associated with kidney problems, they are not specifically linked to chronic pyelonephritis.

A Person Is Diagnosed with Chronic Pyelonephritis