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Can Ureteric Calculus Go Undetected On A USG ?
Can ureteric calculus go undetected on usg, with no hydronephrosis and hydroureter??
Wed, 25 Jan 2012
surely. Only about 70 % of ureteric stones are picked up by usg. The only 100 % test is CT scan
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Hi, Welcome to HealthcareMagic Forum.
Yes they can go undetected at times, but not always as they are easily visible by Ultrasound scan.
It all depends upon the Quality of the USG Machine and the Expertise of the Radiologist.
Wish you Good Health.
Yes they can go undetected at times, but not always as they are easily visible by Ultrasound scan.
It all depends upon the Quality of the USG Machine and the Expertise of the Radiologist.
Wish you Good Health.
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