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Urinary Stones

An MR urogram can evaluate for potential etiologies of hematuria. This exam is performed by hydrating the patient during the exam and administering Lasix to distend the collecting system.

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Urogram performed without contrast due to renal insufficiency after ileal diversion prostacystectomy.

References

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