Current Techniques and Clinical Applications of CT Urography

Publication date: Available online 8 July 2017
Source:Current Problems in Diagnostic Radiology
Author(s): Vijay Krishnan, Ashish Chawla, Kedar G. Sharbidre, Wilfred Peh
From conventional radiograph to MR urography, imaging of urinary system has evolved with variety of investigations over the past several decades with each of them having advantages and limitations of their own. In the current era, Computed tomography (CT) has emerged as a preferred investigations for evaluation of the urinary tract. There are various techniques involved in performing CT urography (CTU) with triple bolus technique (TB-CTU) currently drawing a special attention because of its low radiation exposure. This article aims to discuss the current techniques, indications and clinical applications of CTU with illustrations.



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