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CT guided renal biopsy - post procedure perirenal hematoma

Case contributed by Bruno Di Muzio
Diagnosis not applicable

Presentation

Nephropathy demanding further investigation by biopsy of a native kidney.

Patient Data

Age: 56
Gender: Female

CT images show the core-biopsy needle positioned in the lower pole of left kidney. After the biopsy procedure a perirenal hematoma is noted as an immediate complication. 

Case Discussion

This patient stayed for a longer observation period and had no further complications.  

Complications of renal biopsy include:

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