The sonography of renal columnar hypertrophy

Leekam, Roger N.; Matzinger, Mary Anne; Brunelle, Monica; Gray, Robin; Grosman, H

doi:10.1002/jcu.1870110907

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“…Conventional US features of pseudotumors include location between overlapping portions of two renal sinus systems, clear demarcation from the renal sinus, size < 3 cm, similar echogenicity to renal parenchyma, lesion being bordered by a junctional parenchymal line, and demonstrated regular, branch-like blood flow in the lesion [44].…”

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Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) of cystic and solid renal lesions: a review

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Incidentally detected renal lesions have traditionally undergone imaging characterization by contrast-enhanced computer tomography (CECT) or magnetic resonance imaging. Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) of renal lesions is a relatively novel, but increasingly utilized, diagnostic modality. CEUS has advantages over CECT and MRI including unmatched temporal resolution due to continuous real-time imaging, lack of nephrotoxicity, and potential cost savings. CEUS has been most thoroughly evaluated in workup of complex cystic renal lesions, where it has been proposed as a replacement for CECT. Using CEUS to differentiate benign from malignant solid renal lesions has also been studied, but has proven difficult due to overlapping imaging features. Monitoring minimally invasive treatments of renal masses is an emerging application of CEUS. An additional promising area is quantitative analysis of renal masses using CEUS. This review discusses the scientific literature on renal CEUS, with an emphasis on imaging features differentiating various cystic and solid renal lesions.

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Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) of cystic and solid renal lesions: a review

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“…More commonly, it is seen in duplex kidneys between the renal pelvis. The ultrasonographic (USG) features of hypertrophied columns of Bertin are the lateral indentation of the renal sinus, with the largest dimension being less than 3 cm, continuous with the renal cortex, and the same echogenicity as that of the cortex and clearly defined from the renal sinus [4,8]. On the ultrasound, characteristic splaying of the central sinus echoes in a claw-like fashion is noted, called as the "split sinus sign" [5].…”

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Hypertrophied Column of Bertin: A Mimicker of a Renal Mass

Vincent¹,

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2013

UIJ

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Introduction: Renal pseudotumors simulate malignancy but they are, in fact, comprised of normal renal tissue. Renal pseudotumors include both congenital as well as acquired causes, and they cause considerable anxiety. Many reports are available in the literature where the diagnosis has been clinched only after nephrectomy. case report: We report the case of a 52-year-old male who was referred with the diagnosis of left renalcell carcinoma upon ultrasound. A contrast-enhanced computed tomography scan finalized the diagnosis of hypertrophied column of Bertin, as there was uniform uptake of contrast noted in the entire kidney. The patient was reassured, and he was relieved of his anxiety. This case is highlighted because congenital hypertrophied columns of Bertin can mimic a renal mass lesion. conclusion: Renal pseudotumors are not uncommon, and if they are diagnosed preoperatively with appropriate imaging, invasive interventions like biopsy and radical surgeries can be avoided.

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“…We agree that a large, predominantly cystic hepatic mass with internal septa in an infant is charactenstic of this tumor [2,3]. The purpose of this letter is to document a new sonographic sign in multiloculated mesenchymal hamartoma-the presence of mobile septa-that might help narrow the differential diagnosis of a predominantly cystic hepatic mass.…”

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American Journal of Roentgenology

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The sonography of renal columnar hypertrophy

Cited by 16 publications

References 11 publications

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) of cystic and solid renal lesions: a review

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) of cystic and solid renal lesions: a review

Hypertrophied Column of Bertin: A Mimicker of a Renal Mass

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