Retrograde pyelogram

Retrograde pyelogram

Retrograde pyelogram: A retrograde pyelogram is a urologic procedure where the physician injects a contrast agent into the renal pelvis in order to visualize the ureter and kidney; the flow of contrast agent is opposite the usual flow of urine, hence the name, retrograde. This procedure is performed when an intravenous pyelogram is contraindicated.

Symptoms Associated with Retrograde pyelogram

These symptoms may be diagnosed by, screened for, or associated with Retrograde pyelogram:

• Colicky renal pain

Diseases Associated with Retrograde pyelogram

These diseases or medical conditions may be diagnosed by, screened for, or associated with Retrograde pyelogram:

• Kidney stones
• Blood clots
• Tumors
• Urethral obstruction
• Renal stricture
• Urethral stricture

Basic Information: Retrograde pyelogram

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