Ultrasound of the Kidneys
Ultrasound of the kidneys is a common test done to look at the structure of the kidneys. An advantage of ultrasound is that there is no radiation. Ultrasound uses sound…
Author: A. Mendelson, MD
Hydronephrosis of Kidneys: Symptoms, Diagnosis And Treatment
Hydronephrosis is a common abnormality of the kidney found on various imaging studies. This occurs when urine builds up in the kidney and causes it to swell. Hydronephrosis can result…
Metastasis on X-ray
Metastasis means that cancer has spread to a site that is separate from the original cancer. Finding metastasis carries a worse prognosis. Metastasis can go to various sites in…
X-ray of Kidneys
X-ray of the kidneys is called a KUB because it includes the kidneys, ureters and bladder. We don’t actually see the kidneys, ureters and bladder most of the time…
Stranding Around Kidneys on CT
Stranding around kidneys means that the normally dark fat surrounding kidneys becomes brighter and patchy in appearance. This is a common finding which can be around one or both kidneys….
Urinary Tract Infection on CT
Urinary tract infections can involve the bladder, ureters and kidneys. Urinary tract infections occur when bacteria infect the urinary tract, although other organisms like fungus and tuberculosis can also…
What is a Protocol for An Imaging Test?
Protocol is a way of doing a particular imaging test. A protocol can vary based on the particular test, the location where the test is done, the preference of…
Fluid Around Gallbladder on Ultrasound
Fluid around the gallbladder on ultrasound can be caused by multiple conditions, but raises concern for an inflamed gallbladder or cholecystitis. Ultrasound of the gallbladder and right upper abdomen are…
Can You See Appendicitis on X-ray?
No, but you can see some findings that may suggest the diagnosis. Appendicitis presents with nausea, vomiting, pain and lab abnormalities. The appendix arises off the cecum in the right…
Tuberculosis In The Lungs On X-Ray
Tuberculosis is an infection caused by the organism mycobacterium tuberculosis. The infection can spread throughout the body but is more common in the lungs. Tuberculosis is uncommon in western…
Is More Imaging Always Better?
No. There are many downsides to doing more imaging. Imaging is expensive. Some imaging tests expose you to potentially harmful radiation. Doing more imaging is time consuming and may take…
Follow up Chest X-ray
Follow up chest X-ray is sometimes recommended by radiologists for an abnormality that can better be determined when we see how it behaves over time. A chest X-ray abnormality such…