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Thoracic ectopic kidney in an adult
1Department of Radiology, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman.
Scandinavian Journal of Urology and Nephrology
|April 1, 1996
Summary
A rare case of thoracic kidney, a form of renal ectopy, was found in an adult patient. This condition, presenting as an intrathoracic mass, may require excretory urography for diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Radiology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Renal ectopy is a congenital anomaly where kidneys are not in their usual location.
- Thoracic kidney, a rare form of renal ectopy, involves kidney malpositioning within the chest cavity.
Observation:
- An adult patient presented with symptoms unrelated to the urinary system.
- Chest X-ray revealed an intrathoracic mass superior to the diaphragm.
Findings:
- The intrathoracic mass was diagnosed as a thoracic kidney.
- This case highlights a rare presentation of renal ectopy.
Implications:
- Early diagnosis of thoracic kidney is crucial for managing potential complications.
- Excretory urography is a valuable diagnostic tool for identifying intrathoracic renal masses.
- Increased awareness of rare renal ectopy presentations can improve patient outcomes.