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Helical CT and ureteral colic.

B A Spencer1, B J Wood, S P Dretler

  • 1Department of Urology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA.

The Urologic Clinics of North America
|April 25, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Nonenhanced helical computed tomography (CT) offers a safe, accurate, and cost-effective method for diagnosing ureteral stones. This imaging technique precisely measures stone size and location, aiding treatment decisions for flank pain.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Urology
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Ureteral calculi (stones) are a common cause of flank pain, necessitating accurate diagnostic imaging.
  • Traditional imaging methods may have limitations in speed, safety, or accuracy for detecting ureteral stones.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and advantages of nonenhanced helical computed tomography (CT) for diagnosing ureteral calculi.
  • To determine if nonenhanced helical CT is the preferred imaging modality for ureteral colic.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized nonenhanced helical CT for the exclusive work-up of ureteral colic over a 30-month period.
  • Assessed diagnostic accuracy, scan time, patient throughput, safety (radiation dose, contrast use), and cost-effectiveness.

Main Results:

  • Nonenhanced helical CT demonstrated high accuracy in diagnosing ureteral calculi, including small, radiolucent, and ureterovesical junction stones.
  • Precise measurement of stone size and location, crucial for therapeutic decisions, was achieved.
  • Secondary signs of obstruction and CT numbers indicating calculus fragility were valuable diagnostic aids.

Conclusions:

  • Nonenhanced helical CT is a rapid, safe, cost-effective, and highly accurate imaging modality for ureteral calculi.
  • It offers advantages over other methods, including identifying alternative diagnoses for flank pain.
  • Nonenhanced helical CT is recommended as the study of choice for evaluating ureteral colic.

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