Short Answer
Determine the appropriate principal ICD-9-CM diagnosis in the following scenario:
Patient presents with abdominal pain and nausea. Previously diagnosed with a urinary tract infection. Patient is admitted for IV antibiotic therapy. Further workup of CT abdomen and pelvis reveals acute pyelonephritis.
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