Question 1

my creatinine level in the blood is 117.69 umol/l. the reference is 50 - 120. in my urinalysis, the protein is negative. in my kub utz, it says that i have renal cortical cyst and small renal cortical calcification in the right kidney. am i ckd 2?

Accepted Answer

: What is the estimated GFR according to the lab? That is more accurate than absolute creatinine level. If the cysts are simple they are nothing to worry about. Just because GFR is not 100 does not translate to CKD if you do not have any disease that causes renal insufficiency. At your age a 24 hr Urine for creatinine clearance is probably a better reflection of your kidney function than your eGFR.

Question 2

i had calcific densities in both renal poles and collecting systems found on xray.  do i need follow up?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A number of factors play a role in your risk of having obstructive kidney stones.  Prior history of stones, family history of stones, chronic illnesses such as chronic diarrhea, severe gout etc.  Patients who follow up with doctors for kidney stones are shown to slow formation of new symptomatic stones.

Question 3

neck ct "small cortical defect along the anterior aspect of the dens just below the anterior arch of c1 with adjacent bone or calcific density." platelets - 487. ana is neg. ra factor - neg. c-reactive prot, quant - 79.6. sedimentation rate-west - 47?

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Tests, tests, tests: Test results always have to be interpreted in a context. Your CRP and ESR are both elevated and imply some inflammatory process is going on. You haven't given any hints as to what that might be. Think about it and then get back with a virtual appt.

Question 4

can renal calcification be related to coronary calcification?

Accepted Answer

Renal ARTERY may: Atherosclerosis is usually a system wide condtion and not just limited to one vascular bed. If calcification or atherosclerotic plaquing is present in a peripheral bed the it should be sought out in the heart.

Question 5

renal parenchymal calcification  what does it mean please explain?

Accepted Answer

It could suggest : Congenital kidney conditions such as medullary sponge kidney or could be from conditions that cause elevated calcium level like huperparathyroidism . Google online about nephrocalcinosis/ calcium deposit in the kidney parenchyma or substance vs nephrolithiasis / kidney stone.

Question 6

my husband have a renal parenchymal calcification left what?is the meaning of this and what is the medication

Accepted Answer

Nephrocalcinosis: Technical term for thus condition is Nephrocalcinosis. There are several conditions possible. Most of the time needs follow up by kidney specialist and may not cause any long term damage to kidney. Best to see a kidney specialist.

Question 7

are there specific symptoms from renal vascular calcification in bilateral kidneys.

Accepted Answer

No, usually...: Seeing renal vascular calcification is not uncommon and usually an incidental finding on imaging studies for other causes such as hematuria, kidney infection, stones, etc. . Of course, such patient needs to look into if having similar calcification in other arteries like aorta, since it is merely a part of systemic vascular disease. Besides, kidney function and size have to be watched and....

Question 8

in my ultrasound the result says i have a renal parenchymal calcification left what does it mean. please explain. thank you?

Accepted Answer

See below: Renal refers to kidneys; parenchyma is the organ's functioning tissue rather than the ducts & other spaces in the collecting system; calcification suggests a calcium deposit; nephrocalcinosis is another term that includes all 3 concepts. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/nephrocalcinosis 
lists many conditions that can be associated w/ this finding. Discuss with pcp or nephrologist.

Question 9

what does: septated upper pole right renal cyst. right kidney contains multi septated cyst, 4.5cm in size. may contain punctate calcification. - mean?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor to monit: You have a benign looking fluid filled growth in your right kidney. Most likely it has been there for long and has been asymptomatic. So it is important for you to tell us why did you have the test that showed this cyst...do you have any abdominal symptoms to require medical attention?

Question 10

u/s abdmen liver is normal size with increased echo pattern,evidence of simple cyst with wall calcification mesure12x9 mm in mid pole of rt  kidney,15x11 mm in lower pole of lft kidney. imp: grade ii fatty chances. bilateral simple cyst cortical cyst?

Accepted Answer

Abdominal U/S: Report need to be interpreted in a clinical context, kindly ask the ordering physician for explanation in line with your history and physical examination, wish you well

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My creatinine level in the blood is 117.69 umol/l. the reference is 50 - 120. in my urinalysis, the protein is negative. in my kub utz, it says that i have renal cortical cyst and small renal cortical calcification in the right kidney. am i ckd 2?

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I had calcific densities in both renal poles and collecting systems found on xray. do i need follow up?

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Neck ct "small cortical defect along the anterior aspect of the dens just below the anterior arch of c1 with adjacent bone or calcific density." platelets - 487. ana is neg. ra factor - neg. c-reactive prot, quant - 79.6. sedimentation rate-west - 47?

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Can renal calcification be related to coronary calcification?

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Renal parenchymal calcification what does it mean please explain?

A member asked:

My husband have a renal parenchymal calcification left what?is the meaning of this and what is the medication

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Are there specific symptoms from renal vascular calcification in bilateral kidneys.

A member asked:

In my ultrasound the result says i have a renal parenchymal calcification left what does it mean. please explain. thank you?

A member asked:

What does: septated upper pole right renal cyst. right kidney contains multi septated cyst, 4.5cm in size. may contain punctate calcification. - mean?

A member asked:

U/s abdmen liver is normal size with increased echo pattern,evidence of simple cyst with wall calcification mesure12x9 mm in mid pole of rt kidney,15x11 mm in lower pole of lft kidney. imp: grade ii fatty chances. bilateral simple cyst cortical cyst?

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