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The sonographic images of hypernephromas
Rofo : Fortschritte Auf Dem Gebiete Der Rontgenstrahlen Und Der Nuklearmedizin
|December 1, 1981
Summary
Sonography can reveal hypernephroma echogenicity compared to the renal cortex, but cannot definitively assess tumor infiltration. Acoustic enhancement may be observed behind these kidney tumors.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Medical Imaging
- Oncology
Background:
- Hypernephromas, also known as renal cell carcinomas, are common kidney tumors.
- Accurate diagnosis and staging are crucial for effective treatment planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the sonographic characteristics of hypernephromas.
- To determine the correlation between echogenicity, vascularity, and tumor infiltration.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of sonographic images from 46 histologically confirmed hypernephroma cases.
- Assessment of echogenicity relative to renal cortex.
- Evaluation of macroscopic vascularity and tumor infiltration signs.
Main Results:
- Hypernephroma echogenicity varied (higher, equal, or lower than renal cortex).
- No significant correlation found between echogenicity and macroscopic vascularity.
- Sonography could not reliably estimate tumor infiltration.
- Acoustic enhancement was observed posterior to some hypernephromas.
Conclusions:
- Sonographic echogenicity is a variable feature of hypernephromas.
- Sonography has limitations in assessing tumor infiltration and vascularity.
- Further research may explore advanced imaging techniques for improved characterization.