Sep 8, 2025 · Ultrasound is insensitive to the changes of acute pyelonephritis, with most patients having 'normal' scans. Abnormalities are identified in only ~25% of cases 1.

Jul 26, 2025 · Ultrasound primarily helps identify complications associated with pyelonephritis, such as urinary tract obstruction. It can reveal kidney stones or other blockages that impede urine flow, …

Oct 9, 2023 · Ultrasound imaging is a valuable tool in identifying and assessing pyelonephritis. In this article, we will explore how ultrasound can help detect pyelonephritis, its key features on ultrasound, …

Imaging is required if a complication is suspected in acute pyelonephritis to assess the nature and extent of the lesions and to detect underlying causes. CT represents the current imaging modality of choice …

For medical professionals, recognizing the sonographic signs of pyelonephritis in abdominal imaging is key for accurate diagnosis and patient management.

Aims: The aims of this systematic review were to, among patients with APN, (i) iden-tify the proportion of patients investigated with ultrasound (US), (ii) identify the pro-portion of abnormal US and (iii) identify …

Ultrasound is a critical, non-invasive imaging tool in evaluating pyelonephritis. It helps in diagnosing the condition, assessing extensions, and monitoring response to treatment.

Nov 10, 2024 · KEY FACTS Imaging • Findings of acute pyelonephritis (AP) are almost always asymmetric • Renal enlargement with loss of corticomedullary differentiation • Geographic areas of …

Initial ultrasound shows right pyelonephritis. 10th day follow-up ultrasound shows a complication - renal abscess.

Ultrasound is often used to see where the infection is and what it looks like. For pyelonephritis, ultrasound might show the kidney is bigger, not as clear, or have spots of infection.