Genitourinary tuberculosis in Australia and New Zealand.

Genitourinary tuberculosis is not commonly encountered in general urological practice in Australia and New Zealand. However, this infection is easily overlooked unless clinicians maintain a strong awareness of its possibility. This brief overview is directed to reflect the present state of knowledge and management in our two countries.

Perinephric abscess.

The clinical condition of perinephric abscess can present dramatically as an acute emergency or insidiously as a chronic condition. The clinical characteristics and contemporary treatment approaches of these different types of perinephric abscess are outlined in this overview of the topic.