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What should be done if no kidney is found during the search of the abdomen?
What should be done if no kidney is found during the search of the abdomen?
Which area should be searched for during the examination that involves the whole abdomen and pelvis?
Which area should be searched for during the examination that involves the whole abdomen and pelvis?
What diagnostic procedure may be required if further investigation is needed after the initial examination?
What diagnostic procedure may be required if further investigation is needed after the initial examination?
In which situation would a contrast urogram not be recommended?
In which situation would a contrast urogram not be recommended?
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What imaging technique specifically mentioned in the text as a potential follow-up if needed?
What imaging technique specifically mentioned in the text as a potential follow-up if needed?
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Study Notes
Abdominal Ultrasound Examination
- Examine the splenic and portal veins, inferior vena cava, hepatic veins, and mesentery for thickening.
- Amoebic abscesses in the spleen are rare, whereas bacterial abscesses are more common.
- Irregular, echo-free, or complex masses may be indicative of a traumatic cyst or a damaged hydatid cyst.
- A "post void" examination may be necessary to further evaluate the patient.
- The entire abdomen, including the pelvis, should be searched for any abnormalities.
- In cases where no kidney is found, an X-ray of the chest should be performed.
- A contrast urogram may be necessary to gather additional information.
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Test your knowledge on interpreting abdominal ultrasound images. Learn to identify structures such as the splenic and portal veins, inferior vena cava, hepatic veins, and mesentery for thickening.
