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MR imaging of xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis
Journal of Computer Assisted Tomography
|January 1, 1986
Summary
Magnetic resonance (MR) and CT imaging effectively visualize xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis, an uncommon kidney condition. Both methods accurately depicted the abnormality
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Medical Imaging
- Nephrology
Background:
- Xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis (XGP) is a rare, chronic inflammatory condition of the kidney.
- It is often associated with obstruction and infection.
- Distinguishing XGP from renal tumors can be challenging.