Know the pathogenesis of UTI (type of pili and receptors on uroepithelium)

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  • Type I Surface pili ® adhesin molecules bind to mannose on uroepithelium ® UTI ® stimulation of T-helper cells ® stimulation of phagocytes ® scarring and release of lysozyme

  • Type P Surface pili ® adhesin molecules bind galactose ® pyelonephritis

Category: Nephrology Notes

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