Medullary nephrocalcinosis

Case contributed by Mohammad Taghi Niknejad
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Microscopic hematuria workup.

Patient Data

Age: 50 years
Gender: Male
ct

Clusters of calcification around the corticomedullary junction of both kidneys are observed. Multiple non-enhanced simple cortical cysts also are seen at kidneys, less than 20mm in diameter. 

Case Discussion

Typical appearance of renal medullary nephrocalcinosis which is the commonest form of nephrocalcinosis and refers to the deposition of calcium salts in the medulla of the kidney. 

How to use cases

You can use Radiopaedia cases in a variety of ways to help you learn and teach.

Creating your own cases is easy.

Updating… Please wait.

 Unable to process the form. Check for errors and try again.

 Thank you for updating your details.