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MR urography in children.

J Damien Grattan-Smith1, Richard A Jones

  • 1Department of Radiology, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, 1001 Johnson Ferry Road, Atlanta, GA 30342, USA. Damien.grattan-smith@choa.org

Pediatric Radiology
|June 23, 2006
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Magnetic resonance urography (MRU) offers advanced imaging for pediatric uroradiology, combining detailed anatomy with kidney function assessment without radiation. This non-ionizing technique evaluates perfusion, concentration, and excretion for comprehensive urinary tract evaluation.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Radiology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Urology

Background:

  • MR urography (MRU) is an evolving uroradiology technique for children.
  • It offers superior soft-tissue contrast compared to other modalities.
  • MRU combines anatomical detail with functional assessment non-invasively.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review experience with over 500 pediatric MR urograms.
  • To detail the technique for calculating differential renal function.
  • To demonstrate assessment of kidney perfusion, concentration, and excretion.

Main Methods:

  • Detailed description of MR urography technique in children.
  • Calculation of differential renal function.
  • Analysis of dynamic contrast-enhanced data for GFR estimation.

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Main Results:

  • MR urography provides quantitative measures of individual kidney GFR.
  • The technique allows assessment of renal perfusion, concentration, and excretion.
  • Combined anatomic and functional data aid in evaluating various pediatric urinary tract conditions.

Conclusions:

  • MR urography is a valuable tool in pediatric uroradiology.
  • It provides non-ionizing, comprehensive evaluation of the urinary tract.
  • MRU enhances the assessment of conditions like hydronephrosis, obstructive uropathy, and pyelonephritis.