Advanced Topics in Adult Renal Ultrasound 2020 (Videos)

Comprehending Renal Imaging Techniques for Evaluating Kidney Health

Upon completion of this educational module, participants will acquire the following knowledge and skills:

1. Interpreting Renal Ultrasound Findings in Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)

• Comprehending the ultrasound characteristics indicative of AKI, such as changes in parenchymal echogenicity, renal size, and corticomedullary differentiation.
• Identifying the role of ultrasound in discriminating between various causes of AKI, including prerenal, intrarenal, and postrenal etiologies.
• Utilizing ultrasound to assess the severity of AKI and monitor disease progression.

2. Sonographic Evaluation of the Transplant Kidney

• Understanding the common ultrasound findings in transplant kidneys, including changes in cortical thickness, echogenicity, and vascularity.
• Recognizing the sonographic manifestations of transplant complications, such as rejection, infection, and vascular compromise.
• Employing ultrasound to guide biopsy procedures and monitoring the long-term health of the transplanted kidney.

3. Duplex Ultrasound for Renovascular Hypertension

• Understanding the principles of duplex ultrasound and its role in assessing renal artery anatomy and flow dynamics.
• Identifying the sonographic features of renovascular hypertension, including arterial stenosis, occlusion, and fibromuscular dysplasia.
• Comprehending the clinical implications of duplex ultrasound findings and their impact on treatment strategies for renovascular hypertension.

Additional Learning Outcomes:

• Enhancing knowledge of the sonographic anatomy of the renal system.
• Understanding the technical aspects of renal ultrasound imaging and optimizing image acquisition.
• Interpreting ultrasound findings in conjunction with clinical history and physical examination for a comprehensive assessment of renal health.