Urologic Imaging Flashcards
1
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KUB
A
Plain frontal supine radiograph of the abdomen
Used to identify stones
Helps to assess constipation in pediatric patients
Inexpensive
2
Q
ITRAVENOUS PYELOGRAM (IVP)
A
Abdominal injury Bladder and kidney infections Hematuria Flank pain Tumors Risk: Allergic reaction to dye
3
Q
Trans-Rectal Ultrasound (TRUS)
A
Detect disorders within the prostate
Measure the prostate
Help diagnose the cause of a man’s infertility
Evaluate prostate nodules (Needle biopsies)
Placement of needles for radiation
4
Q
RETROGRADE URETHROGRAM (RUG)
A
More commonly in male patients
Helps diagnose urethral pathology from trauma or urethral strictures
Done for pre and post-op reconstruction of the urethra
Can help identify urethral diverticulum and fistulas
5
Q
Gold Standard” to detect renal stones
A
CT scan
