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Localization of abscess in adult polycystic kidney by indium-111 leukocyte scan

Journal Article · · Urology (Ridgewood, N.J.); (United States)
In patients with adult polycystic kidney disease (APKD) infected cysts are difficult to localize with current radiographic techniques, especially those dependent on renal function. Indium-111 leukocyte (In-WBC) imaging is both highly sensitive and effective in detecting and localizing abscesses in patients with renal failure. We report on a patient with APKD and sepsis in whom computed tomography, ultrasound, and physical examination failed to locate the renal abscess, which was found by In-WBC scanning.
Research Organization:
Univ. of California School of Medicine, San Francisco (USA)
OSTI ID:
6837464
Journal Information:
Urology (Ridgewood, N.J.); (United States), Journal Name: Urology (Ridgewood, N.J.); (United States) Vol. 32:2; ISSN URGYA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English