Imaging of Uropoetic system Flashcards
1
Q
- How is a native nephrogram carried out? -
A
Lying on your back with use of a vertical beam
2
Q
- What is the most common indication of native nephrogram?
A
- Suspicion of renal colic
3
Q
- In which case can contours of psoas disappear on native nephrogram?
A
-In the case of retroperitoneal hematoma
4
Q
- Are ureters seen on native nephrogram? -
A
No
5
Q
- Is non-contrast lithiasis seen on native nephrogram? -
A
No
6
Q
- What does the abbreviation “IVU” mean? -
A
Intravenous urography
7
Q
- When is IVU contraindicated? -
A
In the case of acute renal failure
8
Q
- Is it possible to express a suspicion of an enlarged prostate from a cystogram (which is part of IVU)? contrast medium
A
- yes, indirectly, if the bladder is sufficiently filled with a
9
Q
- What are the characteristics of a kidney stone when seen on an ultrasound? -
A
Hyperchogenic with acoustic shadow
10
Q
- What are the characteristics of a kidney cyst on an ultrasound?
A
- Anechoic with acoustic enhancement behind the cyst
11
Q
- What is the echogenicity of a normal urinary bladder? -
A
Anechoic
12
Q
- What is CT urography?
A
Postcontrast CT scan in excretion phase (5-15 minutes after contrast administration)
13
Q
- Is it possible to see the Prostate on a CT scan? -
A
Yes
14
Q
- What is the advantage of MRI against CT in the diagnosis of prostate cancer? -
A
Better tissue resolution
