Patient's question:
The past two years, I had a thorough examination in the hospital and was diagnosed with kidney disease. In these two years, I have been actively treated and re-examined. Recently, I went to the hospital for an examination and had an ultrasound. The result said there is hydronephrosis. Can ultrasound detect hydronephrosis?Doctor's answer:
Hydronephrosis is primarily confirmed through a careful ultrasound examination. Ultrasound examination is a non-invasive and easily understandable test for patients, which can promptly detect hydronephrosis. It can also identify the causes of recurrent urinary tract obstruction, especially conditions like kidney stones or ureteral stones. Mild hydronephrosis can also be detected through ultrasound examination.