Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound Evaluation of Papillary Renal Cell Carcinoma.

Ultrasound QSep 25, 2026 (epub)
Case ReportUrologyOncology (Medical)Radiology (Diagnostic)

Laura E Garton, Melanie P Caserta, Shweta Bhatt et al.

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Case in brief

A patient with papillary renal cell carcinoma (RCC) presented with an indeterminate renal lesion. Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) was utilized to assess the vascularity of the lesion, revealing distinct patterns of perfusion that indicated the presence of a solid tumor. The use of CEUS facilitated accurate diagnosis, demonstrating its effectiveness in evaluating renal masses.

Diagnostic / clinical pearl

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound is a valuable tool for differentiating solid from cystic renal masses, particularly in cases of indeterminate lesions.

Why it matters

This case underscores the role of CEUS in enhancing diagnostic accuracy for renal lesions, potentially improving early detection and management of renal cell carcinoma.

Source

PubMed · PMID 42788797

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