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Perinephric hemorrhage secondary to adrenal myelolipoma. Case report
1Department of Radiology, Hartford Hospital, Connecticut.
Clinical Imaging
|October 1, 1991
Abstract:
Spontaneous perinephric hemorrhage has been described as occurring secondary to a number of primary renal abnormalities, but rarely from other causes. We describe the computed tomography (CT) and ultrasound findings of this event resulting from hemorrhage from an adrenal myelolipoma.
Insights
Spontaneous perinephric hemorrhage is rare but can occur from adrenal myelolipoma. This case highlights computed tomography and ultrasound findings of this unusual cause.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Urology
- Endocrinology
Background:
- Spontaneous perinephric hemorrhage is uncommon.
- It is typically associated with renal abnormalities.
- Other causes are rarely reported.
Observation:
- This study presents a rare case of spontaneous perinephric hemorrhage.
- The hemorrhage originated from an adrenal myelolipoma.
Findings:
- Computed tomography (CT) and ultrasound imaging were utilized.
- Imaging findings demonstrated hemorrhage from an adrenal myelolipoma.
Implications:
- Adrenal myelolipoma should be considered in the differential diagnosis of spontaneous perinephric hemorrhage.
- Advanced imaging techniques are crucial for identifying the source of hemorrhage.