Imaging

Question 1

Strengths of an ultrasound scan?

Answer 1

• renal size
• calculi
• cheap

Question 2

Weakness associated with CT scan of kidneys?

Answer 2

• contrast induced nephropathy

Question 3

Risk factors for contrast induced nephropathy

Answer 3

• dehydration
• reduced renal function
• diabetes
• congestive heart failure

Question 4

What preventative measures should be taken pre contrast CT in a patient with eGFR <60ml/min

Answer 4

• risk of contrast induced nephropathy

- hydration protocols

Question 5

Explain the staging in CT contrast studies?

Answer 5

• pre contrast (calculi)
• 25-75 seconds (corticomedullary)
• 80-180seconds (nephrogenic)
• 5-15 mins (excretory)

Question 6

Risk in renal MRI

Answer 6

• Nephrogenic systemic scleoris

Question 7

What is a good imaging technique for assessment of the renal vascular supply

Answer 7

• MRA renal angiogram

Question 8

Symptoms of nephrogenic systemic sceloris

Answer 8

• skin erythema
• pain
• pruitis
• skin thickening - wood like

Question 9

UT urogram is good for assessing?/

Answer 9

• collecting system

Question 10

Urethrogram is good for?

Answer 10

• assessing strictures, trauma, diverticula

Question 11

What imaging technique can be used for assessment of uterine cavity?

Answer 11

• hysterosalpingogram