Comparison of the Diagnostic Performance of Contrast-enhanced Ultrasound with That of Contrast-enhanced Computed Tomography and Contrast-enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Evaluation of Renal Masses: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. 464-473 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marc A. Furrer ◽  
Samuel C.J. Spycher ◽  
Sophia M. Büttiker ◽  
Tobias Gross ◽  
Piet Bosshard ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Diagnostic Performance ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Contrast Enhanced Ultrasound ◽  
Resonance Imaging ◽  
Renal Masses ◽  
Contrast Enhanced ◽  
Enhanced Computed Tomography ◽  
Contrast Enhanced Computed Tomography

scholarly journals Comparison of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound in the Investigation of Renal Lesions

2019 ◽  
Vol 36 (1) ◽  
pp. 37-44
Author(s):  
Jessica T. Prince
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Resonance Imaging ◽  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Imaging Techniques ◽  
Imaging Modalities ◽  
Contrast Enhanced Ultrasound ◽  
Resonance Imaging ◽  
Renal Masses ◽  
Renal Lesions ◽  
Contrast Enhanced

This review explores the classification and evaluation of suspicious renal lesions across several radiologic imaging modalities. Diagnostic medical sonography (DMS), computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) are the primary modalities used to investigate questionable lesions found within the kidneys. Renal masses may range from completely benign to malignant. They are classified based on many different features and characteristics. These lesions may be simple cystic, complex cystic, or solid in nature. Masses may also exhibit varying degrees of vascularity, septations, and calcifications. The discussed imaging modalities have varying strengths, limitations, and implications for use. Imaging techniques may be used independently or in conjunction to best diagnose and treat a patient with a suspicious renal mass. The aim of this review was to describe the diagnostic value of the imaging modalities (DMS, CT, MRI, and CEUS) and their role in the evaluation of suspicious renal lesions.

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