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    • Radiology
    • Urology
    • Diagnostic Imaging

    Background:

    • Accurate differentiation of renal masses (R.M.) is crucial for patient management.
    • Traditional radiological techniques have limitations in distinguishing benign from malignant R.M.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the diagnostic performance of various radiological investigations for renal masses.
    • To compare the efficacy of available imaging modalities in a limited technological setting.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of 54 verified cases of renal masses.
    • Evaluation of plain radiography, urography, pyelography, nephrotomography, and selective renal angiography.
    • Analysis based on the author's experience and available technology (excluding scanners and ultrasound).

    Main Results:

    • Urography demonstrated poor discriminatory value for R.M. but served as an acceptable initial step.
    • Selective renal angiography was identified as the most effective radiological method for R.M. differentiation in the study's context.
    • Plain radiography, pyelography, and nephrotomography were also assessed for their diagnostic contributions.

    Conclusions:

    • Selective renal angiography is currently the preferred radiological method for differentiating renal masses.
    • Computer Tomodensimetry (CT scanning) is anticipated to supersede renal angiography due to its higher precision and lower risk.
    • Advancements in imaging technology are essential for improving the diagnostic accuracy of renal mass evaluation.