A large number of radiologic tests are performed alone or in combination to assess urinary tract obstruction, kidney stones, renal cyst or mass, kidney size, disorders with characteristic radiographic findings, renal vascular diseases, and vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). This article is a brief introduction to the use of radiologic studies in the evaluation of patients with a variety of suspected or confirmed renal disorders.
The more commonly used imaging studies include: Ultrasonography Computed tomography (CT) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) Plain film of the abdomen Intravenous urogram Renal arteriography Renal venography Voiding cystourethrography (VCUG) Radionuclide studies Retrograde or anterograde pyelography ULTRASONOGRAPHY Because of safety, ease of use, and the information provided, the most commonly used radiographic technique in patients presenting with renal disease is…
