Journal of endourology
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Journal of endourology · Oct 2008
Plain radiography still is required in the planning of treatment for urolithiasis.
Nonenhanced computed tomography (NCT) is recognised as the most sensitive tool in diagnosis of renal tract calculi. However, its role as the sole imaging investigation, for decisions regarding management is less clear. ⋯ Additional plain radiography confers a significant advantage in the planning of treatment for urolithiasis once the diagnosis has been established by NCT because of information it provides regarding radio-opacity as well as stone size and visibility. This information cannot be delivered by NCT alone. We therefore recommend that KUB imaging is performed on all new stone patients referred for treatment.