What Student Need To Know About Imaging Of Urogenital Tract In Radio Diagnosis

A radiograph of the abdomen when used to evaluate the urinary tract is often referred to as a KUB (kidney, ureter, and bladder). “Gas, mass, bones, stones” can be used as a reminder of main areas to examine on the abdominal radiograph. On the normal abdominal radiograph, the renal outline may be visible adjacent to the upper lumbar spine and should be bilaterally symmetric and measure between 3 and 4 lumbar vertebrae in length. The ureters are not discernable, although knowledge of their normal course, between the tips of lumbar transverse process tips and pedicles, along the mid sacral ala, and finally gently coursing laterally below the sacrum to enter the bladder, allows for potential stone identification. The distended bladder may also be visible, if outlined by fat, on the KUB. The most common genitourinary findings seen on abdominal radiography will be in the form of urinary tract calcifications. Imaging could be required for symptoms such as • difficulty initiating or maintaining urination