Imaging in Urology

Introduction to the Bladder

Embryology and Anatomy The bladder is a hollow distensible viscus with a strong muscular wall. Embryologically, it forms from the urogenital sinus, which is contiguous with the allantois (a hindgut diverticulum that extends to the umbilicus). The allantois normally involutes…

Ureterectasis of Pregnancy

KEY FACTS Terminology Physiologic dilatation of ureter and renal collecting system during pregnancy You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log in here

Ureteral Metastases

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Polyps

KEY FACTS Terminology Synonym: Ureteral fibroepithelial polyp Definition: Benign mesodermal lesion with hyperplastic fibroconnective stromal core and normal urothelial lining You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you…

Ureteral Trauma

KEY FACTS Terminology Injury of ureter from blunt, penetrating, or iatrogenic trauma You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log in here

Malakoplakia

KEY FACTS Terminology Rare chronic granulomatous condition affecting urinary tract Malacoplakia = soft plaque You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log in here

Ureteral Stricture

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Ureteritis Cystica

KEY FACTS Terminology Reactive proliferative changes of urothelium with formation of multiple small, subepithelial cysts You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are a member. Log in…