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Area of Science:

Nephrology
Radiology
Emergency Medicine

Background:

Acute flank pain is a frequent presentation in emergency departments.
Urolithiasis is the most common etiology of acute flank pain.
Diagnostic strategies aim for rapid and accurate identification of the cause.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the advantages and disadvantages of various imaging modalities for acute flank pain.
To present the diagnostic algorithm employed at our institution for evaluating acute flank pain.

Main Methods:

Review of diagnostic procedures for acute flank pain.
Description of a specific institutional diagnostic pathway.
Inclusion of ultrasonography, plain film radiography, and unenhanced spiral CT.

Main Results:

Ultrasonography and plain film radiography are initial diagnostic tools.
Unenhanced spiral CT is utilized for equivocal cases requiring further clarification.
The described algorithm balances diagnostic yield with resource utilization.

Conclusions:

A structured diagnostic approach is essential for managing acute flank pain.
The combination of ultrasonography, radiography, and selective CT offers a comprehensive evaluation strategy.
Optimizing diagnostic pathways improves patient care for suspected urolithiasis.