Kidney CT Appearances
Kidney Stone Disease CT Findings
- Over 99% of renal stones contain calcium
- Variable in size
- Visible on CT as bright “dots” usually over 100HU
- Can appear from the calyx to the bladder but symptoms occur when it reaches the ureter
- Accompanied by asymmetric kidney size and dilation of proximal ureter if long standing
Related Pearls: Renal Stone Disease
Related Lectures:
CT Evaluation of Hematuria: A Practical Approach Part 1
CT of the Acute Abdomen: GU Applications Part 1
CT Evaluation of Hematuria: A Practical Approach - Part 1