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Contemporary concepts in imaging urinary tract obstruction.
1Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence.
Radiologic Clinics of North America
|May 1, 1991
Summary
Advanced ultrasonography improves hydronephrosis evaluation for renal obstruction. Percutaneous nephrostomy aids treatment, but kidney function recovery requires up to 8 weeks post-procedure.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Nephrology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Renal obstruction diagnosis and management are evolving.
- Current imaging techniques require continuous updates.
- Standardized algorithms for renal obstruction are not recommended due to variability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss advancements in imaging for renal obstruction.
- To highlight the role of ultrasonography and percutaneous nephrostomy.
- To emphasize the importance of assessing kidney function recovery time.
Main Methods:
- Review of current imaging modalities for renal obstruction.
- Discussion of improved ultrasonography databases for hydronephrosis.
- Analysis of the diagnostic and therapeutic applications of percutaneous nephrostomy.
Main Results:
- Improved ultrasonography allows precise hydronephrosis evaluation.
- Percutaneous nephrostomy is a crucial interventional tool for treatment.
- Kidney function recovery after obstruction relief takes up to 8 weeks.
Conclusions:
- Ultrasonography remains a primary screening tool for renal obstruction.
- Percutaneous nephrostomy is vital for treatment, but functional assessment needs time.
- Radiologists must stay abreast of emerging imaging technologies for renal obstruction.