CT UROGRAPHY IN ASSESSMENT OF RENAL DISEASE

Mansi Gupta*, Zahid Ahmad Rather*, Priya Bhardwaj*, Riyanshi Verma* and Kripanand Yadav*

Background: Computed Tomography Urography (CTU) is a non-invasive imaging modality increasingly utilized for detailed evaluation of the urinary tract and kidneys. Its ability to provide high-resolution images makes it instrumental in diagnosing a variety of renal pathologies. Objective: This study aims to explore the diagnostic role and effectiveness of CT urography in assessing renal diseases such as tumors, calculi, obstructions, congenital anomalies, and infections. Methodology: A qualitative review of 40 published articles was conducted using databases like PubMed and Scopus. Selection was based on inclusion criteria involving cases of renal disease assessed using CT urography. Clinical parameters such as age, sex, symptom onset, and history were considered for analysis. Results: The study confirms CT urography's clinical utility in diagnosing renal masses, stones, obstructive uropathy, infections, and anatomical anomalies. CTU provides critical details regarding lesion morphology, extent of obstruction, and presence of complications like hydronephrosis. However, its use involves exposure to ionizing radiation, necessitating judicious application, especially in vulnerable populations. Conclusion: CT urography is a valuable, detailed imaging technique for assessing renal pathology, guiding diagnosis, and influencing treatment strategies. While it offers superior anatomical insights, its radiation exposure risk mandates selective and cautious usage, often in combination with other diagnostic modalities.