Question 1

what does pyelogram mean exactly?

Accepted Answer

A picture of pelvis: It is an X-ray picture with dye of the pelvis of the kidneys, either from above or below. From above, dye is infused IV and filtered into kidneys (iv pyelogram) then goes to pelvis of kidneys which is the funnel connection bet a kidney and a ureter. From below means a urologist injects a dye upwards the ureter using a scope then takes the picture (ascending pyelogram). It shows stones or tumors.

Question 2

is having an intravenous pyelogram safe safe if i had anaphylactic reaction before if allergic to ivp dye ?

Accepted Answer

Caution!: A previous anaphylactic reaction to iodinated contrast material is a major red flag for future contrast administration. In those rare cases when contrast administration is felt to be essential the patient is put on pre-medication with steroids and be admitted to the hospital but most people would do everything possible to avoid giving any more contrast material.

Question 3

how should i properly prepare for a pyelogram?

Accepted Answer

Unclear: If you mean intravenous pyelogram, then there is no specific preparation but need no heavy breakfast e.g. Clear liquids like juice since I.V. Contrast could cause nausea. But if you mean a retrograde pyelogram, a contrast injected in the urethra and bladder upwards to kidneys by the urologist, then you need to be fasting after midnight to avoid vomiting and aspiration during procedure.

Question 4

what exactly is a retrograde pyelogram?

Accepted Answer

Xray with contrast: Rarely done nowadays. Crags taken after injecting dye into urinary tract.

Question 5

how is an intravenous pyelogram actually performed?

Accepted Answer

By injecting dye: When a contrast material is injected into a vein in the patient's arm, it travels through the blood stream and collects in the kidneys and urinary tract, turning these areas bright white on the x-ray images. An ivp allows the radiologist to view and assess the anatomy and function of the kidneys, ureters and the bladder.

Question 6

could a doctor please explain the term "retrograde pyelogram" to me?

Accepted Answer

Study of kidneys and: Normally the kidneys and ureters are studied by IVP exam where contrast is injected into veins and excreted by the kidneys. Sometimes, visualizations by this method is inadequate. Thru a cystoscope or ureteroscope, a small catheter is inserted into the ureter and contrast injected into the ureter visualizing it and the renal collecting system, the renal pelvis, thus a retrograde pyelogram

Question 7

what are some alternatives to retrograde pyelogram?

Accepted Answer

IV pyelogram: However, it entails IV infusion of contrast which may have side effects on kidneys. The retrograde study should not hurt the kidneys.

Question 8

could you explain the term "retrograde pyelogram" to me?

Accepted Answer

Exam by doctor: In a retrograde pyelogram a urologist will place a small tube through your bladder up the ureters and inject  contrast to visualize the size and shape of the ureters.  You will be sedated during the procedure.

Question 9

can i drink the night before an intraveneous pyelogram (ipv)?

Accepted Answer

Best not to: Alcohol/ethanol tends to dehydrate the body. Ivp's use intravenous contrast ("dye") which may be harmful to a dehydrated kidney system. Same goes for any imaging study that requires the use of contrast. Hydrate your body with water/juice; save the alcohol for later.

Question 10

what are the differences between intravenous pyelogram and retrograde pyelogram?

Accepted Answer

Venous vs urethra: Intravenous pyelogram demonstrates kidneys, ureters and bladder by intravenous injection of contrast material while with retrograde study scope is introduced via urethra with injection of contrast material directly into ureters and kidneys.

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