01.2 Imaging Flashcards

1
Q

How can you distinguish different lumps on an ultrasound?

A

Fluid filled - cyst

Solid - tumour

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What is a common problem with an ultrasound image quality?

A

The quality of an ultrasound image is highly operator dependant

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3
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What can ultrasound be used to aid?

A

Prostate biopsy.

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4
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What is a KUB x Ray?

A

Plain radiograph of the bladder, kidneys and ureters

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5
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What can a KUB X Ray be used for?

A

Assessing the presence of kidney stones.

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6
Q

What is a micturating cystogram?

A

Bladder is filled with a contrast material via a catheter.

X rays are taken of the bladder and urethra as the patient empties the bladder.

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What is an antegrade pyelogram and what is it useful for?

A

Contrast injected into the ureter adjacent to the renal pelvis. This can be used to check for any obstruction in the ureter.

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8
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What can CT scans look for in the urinary tract?

A

Tumours
Kidney stones
Cysts
Congenital abnormalities

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9
Q

MRI scans play a very similar role as CT scans in the urinary system but what can the MRI be specifically used to do?

A

Grade tumours.

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10
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What do kidneys look like under ultrasound scan?

A

Smooth outline

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