Renal mass within a horseshoe kidney: Preoperative evaluation with three-dimensional helical computed tomography Journal Article


Authors: Lee, C. T.; Hilton, S.; Russo, P.
Article Title: Renal mass within a horseshoe kidney: Preoperative evaluation with three-dimensional helical computed tomography
Abstract: Tumors arising within a horseshoe kidney are uncommon and may be difficult to characterize. We report a case of transitional cell carcinoma in a horseshoe kidney. Although several conventional imaging techniques were used to define the mass, each provided limited information. Recent advances in computer technology permit radiologic imaging to provide detailed examination of the horseshoe kidney with a single study. We describe the use of three-dimensional multislice helical computed tomography as the preferred modality to clarify the suspected neoplasm, vasculature, and collecting system of a horseshoe kidney. High-quality anatomic characterization will certainly enhance the opportunity for nephron-sparing surgery within this population. Copyright © 2001 Elsevier Science Inc.
Keywords: adult; middle aged; case report; computer assisted tomography; carcinoma, papillary; tomography, x-ray computed; kidney carcinoma; kidney neoplasms; kidney; kidney tumor; kidney pelvis; transitional cell carcinoma; horseshoe kidney; humans; human; male; priority journal; article
Journal Title: Urology
Volume: 57
Issue: 1
ISSN: 0090-4295
Publisher: Elsevier Science, Inc.  
Date Published: 2001-01-01
Start Page: 168vi
End Page: 168ix
Language: English
PUBMED: 11164171
PROVIDER: scopus
DOI: 10.1016/S0090-4295(00)00857-8
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Notes: Export Date: 21 May 2015 -- Source: Scopus
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