Scrotal kidney: a gross case of "nephroptosis".

Elmuiz A HsaboIkenna Anderson AnekeJonathan TuckSeshikanth Middela

Published in: BJR case reports (2023)

We radiologically illustrate a case of nephroptosis in an 82-year-old male whose right kidney had progressively descended into the right hemiscrotum. This was detected upon a recent visit to the accident and emergency department (A&E) where a computed tomography (CT) scan demonstrated the right kidney within the scrotum with a degree of hydronephrosis yet a stable renal function. The patient was managed conservatively as per the multidisciplinary team (MDT) meeting advice.

Keyphrases

computed tomography
emergency department
dual energy
positron emission tomography
image quality
magnetic resonance imaging
contrast enhanced
palliative care
case report
quality improvement