Open AccessUreterocolic fistula diagnosed on the basis of diuretic renogram and direct radionuclide cystography
Author(s) -
Ashmi S Manglunia,
Sangeeta Kini,
Surendra Pawar,
Sandeep Patwardhan
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
journal of postgraduate medicine/journal of postgraduate medicine
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.405
H-Index - 52
eISSN - 0972-2823
pISSN - 0022-3859
DOI - 10.4103/jpgm.jpgm_36_18
Subject(s) - cystography , medicine , radiology , fistula , diuretic , barium enema , intravenous urography , renal function , nuclear medicine , surgery , urinary system , colonoscopy , colorectal cancer , cancer
Ureterocolic fistulae are a rare phenomenon and are most commonly seen secondary to obstructive ureteric calculi. These are usually diagnosed on barium enema or intravenous urography. Most of the times, more than one investigation is needed to confirm the findings. We present a case of iatrogenically-induced ureterocolic fistula, diagnosed on renogram and direct radionuclide cystography. This case showcases the possibility of using a renogram study as a diagnostic tool for a suspected ureterocolic fistula. A renogram study also enables to asess the renal function, which is essential in deciding the management.