This case is by Dr. Nicole Minnerath and illustrates the detection of new hydronephrosis in a patient with bilateral nephrostomy tubes and ureteral stents. Read on to explore the role of renal and bladder POCUS in evaluating obstructive uropathy.
Read MoreOur latest Intern Ultrasound of the Month is by Dr. Abby Wissman and features a cool case of a complex cystic renal mass found incidentally. She reviews the basics of renal POCUS and dives into a great discussion about various renal pathology that we may see on ultrasound.
Read MoreNot all hydronephrosis is a kidney stone! Our latest Intern Ultrasound of the Month by Dr. Brooke Ott features a great case of a patient presenting with flank pain whose renal POCUS found hydronephrosis in addition to complex mass in her pelvis. This led to the discovery of tubo-ovarian abscess as the culprit. Learn more in this blog post!
Read MoreThis Intern Ultrasound of the Month by Dr. Cameron Crandall (PGY1) features a great AAA case with secondary ureteral obstruction, diagnosed with POCUS!
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