Presentation
Right-sided colicky flank pain.
Patient Data
Age: 35 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Ureterolithiasis
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Ultrasound was performed.Note the following abnormalities:
- Hydronephrosis.
- Echogenic shadowing calculi in the renal collecting system.
- Ureterolith with ureteric dilatation.
Case Discussion
Renal colic is one of the most common diseases seen in the emergency department. Ultrasound can serve as an initial investigation for detecting stones with or without associated hydronephrosis and is especially useful when avoiding radiation is important.