The commonest pathogen responsible for acute pyelonephritis in pregnancy is:
Correct Answer: Escherichia coli
Description: E. coli is the common bacteria responsible for acute pyelonephritis in pregnancy It also causes asymptomatic bacteriuria. Urinary tract infection in pregnancy is a risk factor for threatened aboion, chorioamnionitis, preterm labor, IUGR.
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