In addition to E.coli,a risk factor for development of pyelonephritis is
A) urinary retention and reflux.
B) nephrotic syndrome.
C) respiratory disease.
D) glomerulonephritis.

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When E.coli is present,urinary retention and reflux increase the risk of the infection ascending the ureter to the kidneys,causing pyelonephritis.Nephrotic syndrome,respiratory disease,and glomerulonephritis are not risk factors for pyelonephritis.

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