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Medullary nephrocalcinosis

Case contributed by Wael Nemattalla
Diagnosis certain
x-ray

Medullary nephrocalcinosis

Case Discussion

Note typical configuration of pyramids which is equivalent to echogenic pyramids by ultrasound. Hyperparathyroidism, medullary sponge kidney and renal tubular acidosis are common causes for such type of medullary nephrocalcinosis.

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