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[Acute renal infarction. Report of 2 cases]
B Coronel Sánchez1, V Rodrigo Guanter, J R Beltrán Armada
1Servicio de Urología, Hospital Universitario Dr. Peset, Valencia.
Actas Urologicas Espanolas
|September 6, 2001
Summary
Diagnosing acute renal infarction can be challenging due to its rarity and vague symptoms. Computed tomography (CT) offers a non-invasive standard for accurate diagnosis of renal infarction.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Radiology
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Acute renal infarction diagnosis is frequently delayed due to nonspecific clinical presentations and disease rarity.
- Invasive procedures like angiography are often required for definitive diagnosis.
- Computed tomography (CT) is a non-invasive imaging modality that can aid in diagnosing acute renal infarction.
Observation:
- Two cases of acute renal infarction are presented.
- The first case illustrates segmental renal infarction.
- The second case demonstrates complete renal infarction.
Findings:
- Computed tomography (CT) is a valuable, non-invasive tool for diagnosing acute renal infarction.
- CT is considered the standard of reference for diagnosis.
- CT is readily available, often 24 hours a day.
Implications:
- Improved diagnostic accuracy for acute renal infarction using CT can lead to earlier treatment.
- Non-invasive diagnosis reduces patient risk associated with invasive procedures.
- Timely diagnosis and management are crucial for preserving renal function.