Urolog. pro Praxi, 2010; 11(2): 101-103

The differential diagnosis between the embolism of the renal artery and the renal colic

MUDr.Jaroslav Plachý, MUDr.David Ondra
Urologické oddělení, Uherskohradišťská nemocnice a. s.

The clinical case of the embolism of the renal artery and the renal colic seems similar. The ultrasound exam with Doppler mode and angio

CT exam are the crucial modalities for the differential diagnosis, which can preserve the renal functions before damage.

Keywords: embolism of the renal artery, renal colic, Doppler ultrasound, angio CT, renal functions

Published: May 1, 2010  Show citation

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