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imaging of the urinary tract Flashcards

1
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imaging modalities for the abdomen

A

X ray (plain film/fluoroscopy)
US
CT

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what can be seen on a kidney US (longitudinal section)

A 
renal cortex
renal sinus echoes
subcutaneous fat
right latissimus dorsi
renal medullary pyramids
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how does hydronephrosis appear on a kidney US

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black patch as due to a blockage fluid collects

whiter - kidney stone

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what are x rays used for (kidneys)

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spot white kidney stone on shadow of kidneys

contrast can be used to see collecting system (X ray IVU)

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how are the kidneys CTed

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CT KUB
CT IVU 
Volume rendered image
kidney stones (white)
can add contrast to see more anatomy
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