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Published on: June 23, 2015
Acute Urinary Tract Disorders
Rakhee H Goel1, Raman Unnikrishnan2, Erick M Remer3
1Imaging Institute, Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Avenue, L10, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA.
Acute flank pain often signals urinary tract disorders, but symptoms like hematuria lack specificity. Imaging is crucial for diagnosing causes like calculi, infections, or vascular issues in emergency settings.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Emergency Medicine
- Radiology
Background:
- Acute flank pain is a common emergency department complaint.
- Pain is often poorly localized and can stem from various causes.
- Hematuria is not a specific indicator for urinary tract disorders.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of imaging in diagnosing acute flank pain.
- To differentiate between various causes of flank pain.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical findings in patients with flank pain.
- Emphasis on the role of diagnostic imaging.
Main Results:
- Imaging is essential for accurate diagnosis and management planning.
- Common causes include calculi, renal infection, vascular disorders, and hemorrhage.
Conclusions:
- Imaging plays a critical role in evaluating acute flank pain.
- Prompt diagnosis through imaging aids in effective patient management.
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