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What does shadow on x-ray kidney mean?

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Dr. Bruce J. Stringer answered

Specializes in Radiology

I Don't Know: The term is extremely non-specific and very non-informative. It could mean anything or nothing. Sorry.

Answered 10/30/2013

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