What does it show
The doctor evaluates the contours and size of the kidneys, the echogenicity of the parenchyma and cortico-medullary differentiation, the pyelocaliceal system, the presence of stones with an acoustic shadow, cysts (simple and complex according to Bosniak), space-occupying formations, kidney mobility (nephroptosis). Ultrasound is a primary diagnostic method: when stones and tumors are detected, clarification is performed by MSCT, and in case of blood flow disturbances, Doppler sonography is performed. To evaluate the bladder and prostate, the examination is complemented by an appropriate ultrasound with a filled bladder.
Indications
- lower back pain, renal colic, suspicion of stones;
- changes in urine tests, blood in the urine;
- hypertension (excluding a renal cause), edema;
- cysts, tumors, developmental anomalies - detection and control;
- pyelonephritis, hydronephrosis - diagnosis and observation.
Why ultrasound
Ultrasound is a safe imaging method without radiation: suitable for children, pregnant women and for repeated monitoring. The doctor sees organs in real time, assesses their structure, size and blood flow (in Doppler mode), and a conclusion with measurements is issued immediately after the study. The information content depends on the training and experience of the specialist; In the clinics below, ultrasound examinations are performed by ultrasound diagnostic doctors using expert-class devices.
