Apport de l'imagerie dans la prise en charge des infections de l'appareil urinaire

This review analyzes the role of imaging in the diagnosis, follow-up and management of urinary tract infections. Uncomplicated infection of the urinary tract is frequent and usually resolves rapidly with treatment; in such cases imaging is unnecessary except to exclude dilatation or the existence of an obstacle. Progression towards complex infection often occurs in patients with predisposing factors. Imaging helps in evaluating the extent of the disease; it has a role in the selection of therapy and interventional procedures.