The segmental arteries then branch into the interlobar arteries, which further branch into the arcuate arteries. Note origin of inferior accessories near inferior poles on each side. Anatomy Where is the renal cortex? Publication types Review MeSH terms Humans The information we provide is grounded on academic literature and peer-reviewed research. Anterior components of circumaortic vein can be small. Radiologists divide the kidney into three parts: the upper pole, lower pole, and the interpole (which is in between them). Read more. The patient had right flank pain but had a solitary calcification in the left pelvis on plain radiograph (not shown). Renal size can be measured in several ways. Because of this, the tubules are designed in a way that they reabsorb the necessary substances, (sodium, potassium, and amino acids as mentioned before) and carries them back to the blood; whereas they do not absorb but rather secrete unnecessary substances such as creatinine and drug metabolites for excretion from the body. Use of MR contrast agents in renal failure poses a lower risk than iodinated contrast material for exacerbating renal failure, but there is evidence that gadolinium-based MR contrast media pose some risk for systemic complications (nephrogenic systemic fibrosis) and should be used with caution in patients with severe or acute renal insufficiency. Figure 18-25 Sagittal ultrasound image of the left kidney demonstrates a unilateral small, smooth, echogenic kidney in a patient with renal artery stenosis. Table 18-1 Imaging the Living Renal Donor. 18-4). Table 18-7 lists causes of unilateral smooth renal atrophy. Anatomy of the Kidney and Ureter Parenchyma Cortex Medulla Perirenal fat Capsule Ureter Congestive heart failure, dehydration, diuretic use, burns, sepsis, hemorrhage, cirrhosis, diabetic ketoacidosis, renal artery stenosis. Radiologists divide the kidney into three parts: the upper pole, lower pole, and the interpole (whi. Prominent extrarenal pelves are typically positioned anteriorly (Fig. Unenhanced CT can identify hydronephrosis and hydroureter, urinary stones, and some masses. The left kidney appeared unremarkable. Blood in the urine, or dark urine. Table 18-2 Association between Renal Cortical Echogenicity and Renal Parenchymal Disease. BOX 18-2 Crossing Vessels in Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction. Obstruction can cause renal failure if it is bilateral (Box 18-3) or if there is preexisting disease in the unobstructed kidney. Get instant access to this gallery, plus: Introduction to the musculoskeletal system, Nerves, vessels and lymphatics of the abdomen, Nerves, vessels and lymphatics of the pelvis, Infratemporal region and pterygopalatine fossa, Meninges, ventricular system and subarachnoid space. Kidneys have a special system for the excretion of hydrogen ions, and in that way consistently maintain the pH of blood at 7.4. Axial images of the left kidney from a three-phase renal computed tomographic scan demonstrate improved conspicuity of low-attenuation lesions of the renal medulla during the nephrographic phase. MR angiography can be useful for the diagnosis of renal vascular abnormalities. Reading time: 23 minutes. Most diagnosed kidney growths are small and localized masses. Other symptoms can include abnormal urine color, blood in your urine, fever, chills, nausea, and vomiting. more lateral and anterior than the superior poles. The nephrons within the cortex comprise some of the most highly perfused parenchymal tissue in the body. B, Low-attenuation lesion in the late nephrographic/early excretory phase is less suspicious in appearance. Note distance from origin to the first arterial division (Fig. Axial images from contrast-enhanced computed tomography demonstrate transient enhancement of a small renal cell carcinoma. The axes of the renal moeities are abnormal with the inferior poles angled medially. A junctional cortical line is a common septum of capsule typically seen on ultrasound as an echogenic line at the site of fusion between the superior pole and middle third of the kidney (Fig. Figure 18-15 Relation between the right renal artery and the inferior vena cava (IVC). Pain that radiates to the lower abdomen and groin. Figure 18-10 Crossed ectopia on intravenous pyelogram. Extraaortic origin of the renal arteries and accessory renal arteries are common. Calculation of the estimated renal volume is considered by some to be the most accurate assessment of renal size available with ultrasound, although renal length alone is more commonly reported. The urinary system comprises the upper urinary tracts (kidneys and ureters), the urinary bladder, and the urethra. Ultrasound is usually used in the initial evaluation of the patient with newly diagnosed renal failure. In the medulla, 5-8 renal pyramids are separated by connective tissue renal columns. In addition to the renal artery, accessory renal arteries are present too. Global insult to one kidney may result in unilateral atrophy that is uniform and smooth. The MDRD calculation is more complicated than calculating creatinine clearance (taking into account body surface area, sex, and race) but is thought to be more accurate than estimated creatinine clearance, particularly among the elderly and obese. Ultrasound permits real-time optimization of imaging relative to the axis of each kidney. Note that retroaortic components are usually near the inferior poles (Fig. The opposite situation is possible too, if the kidneys excrete too many hydrogen ions, the pH of blood becomes too alkaline, and leads to a state called alkalosis. a bifid renal pelvis, ultimately drained by a common ureter. Figure 18-16 Coronal reformation from contrast-enhanced computed tomography performed for renal donation demonstrates a retroaortic left renal vein crossing the aorta well inferior to the level of the renal hila. 18-2). Our engaging videos, interactive quizzes, in-depth articles and HD atlas are here to get you top results faster. The isthmus connecting the kidneys is variable, ranging from normal renal cortex to a thin fibrous band. The shape of the calyx is formed by the impression of the renal papilla. The phases of nephrogram. Of course, if the situation is the other way around (less than 5 liters of blood), blood pressure is too low (hypotension). B, A small calyceal defect is seen when the same image is viewed using bone windows. Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. 18-20). When abnormal echogenicity is detected, it is important to note whether it is unilateral or bilateral. The renal fascia which besides the kidneys also encloses the suprarenal gland and its surrounding fat. However, this individual is more likely to show a decline in renal function from an additional insult. Learning a quickmnemonic'VAD' can help you remember these structures (renal Vein, renal Artery, Duct a.k.a ureter). Most radiologists consider 10 to 12 cm to be an approximate reference range for renal length in adults, allowing for an additional 1 cm in either direction for patients at the extremes of height. Their shape resembles a bean, where we can describe the superior and inferior poles, as well as the major convexity pointed laterally, and the minor concavity pointed medially. Further testing/diagnosis is required. For most of the students, the nephron is a mystical complexed structure that may be hard to understand. Besides blood volume and pressure regulation, kidneys also participate in the production of calcitriol (the active form of vitamin D). The dynamics of obstruction and quantification of relative renal function between the two kidneys may be important considerations in two general circumstances: (1) it is unclear whether obstruction is severe enough to warrant surgical intervention; or (2) significant parenchymal atrophy exists, and the relative merits of repair and nephrectomy are being compared. A, Tips of the fornices are sharply defined. Arterial stenosis was confirmed by magnetic resonance angiography. The solid renal parenchyma consists of the peripheral renal cortex and more central renal medulla. It protects your kidneys from injury, increases their stability and connects your kidneys to surrounding tissues. Supernumerary kidneys are quite rare and have been associated with aortic coarctation, vaginal atresia, and urethral duplications. An increased amount of hydrogen ions can acidify the blood and cause a state called acidosis. Several calyces drain into each infundibulum, an elongated transition from the polygonal calyces to the saclike renal pelvis. The hilum of the kidney usually projects at the level of the L2 vertebra. This article will discuss the anatomy and major functions of the kidney. The fused kidneys can have a variety of orientations, including side by side, in-line, or perpendicular. Size disparity greater than 1.5 cm between kidneys should raise suspicion that one kidney is abnormal. The upper pelvis is the most common ectopic location for the kidney; most cases are also associated with abnormalities of rotation. Renal function is better evaluated by measured creatinine clearance, which takes into account not only the amount of creatinine in the blood but also the amount of creatinine within a specified volume of urine over a given period. The uniform high attenuation of the nephrographic phase provides an optimal background for detecting small, low-attenuation lesions in the renal parenchyma (Fig. The renal veins empty to the inferior vena cava, so the right vein is shorter because the inferior vena cava runs closer to the right kidney. Now that weve mastered the borders, it will be easier to take a closer look at the anatomical relations that the kidneys share with other abdominal structures. Despite different methods of accumulation, each is sequestered by the renal cortex, providing an opportunity to quantify the volume of renal parenchymal tissue in each kidney. A simple calyx receives urine from a single papilla; a compound calyx receives urine from multiple papillae (Fig. Although each kidney is about the size of a fist, the approximately one million nephrons per kidney require nearly 20% of the total cardiac output to perform this multitude of functions. The genital system consists of the testes, epididymides, deferent ducts, seminal vesicles, ejaculatory ducts, the prostate, and the penis in males; and the ovaries, uterine tubes, uterus, and vagina in females. B, A curved planar reformation of the crossing vein demonstrates its course. Simple kidney cysts aren't cancer and rarely cause problems. Look for retroaortic or circumaortic left renal vein. The lateral border is directed towards the periphery, while the medial border is the one directed towards the midline. The left kidney (not shown) had a similar appearance. But here is a neat little mnemonic to help. Made. Coronal reformation from contrast-enhanced computed tomography performed for renal donation demonstrates a retroaortic left renal vein crossing the aorta well inferior to the level of the renal hila. Figure 18-18 Single-detector computed tomographic images from ureteropelvic junction deformity in the right side of a horseshoe kidney. Advantages of scintigraphy include accurate quantitative measurement of function. Computed Tomographic Evaluation for Renal Failure, Magnetic Resonance Evaluation for Renal Failure. The kidney also has endocrine functions, helping to control blood pressure, bone mineralization, and erythrocyte production. Kidneys are located just below your ribcage and behind your belly. The pyramids contain the functional units of the kidney, the nephrons, which filter blood in order to produce urine which then is transported through a system of the structures called calyces which then transport the urine to the ureter. In this case, the right kidney had more favorable anatomy for laparoscopic donor nephrectomy. The vascularity of some tumors may be most apparent during this phase (Fig. Recent advances in MDCT and MRI permit cross-sectional vascular studies to replace conventional angiography before UPJ repair (Fig. These kidney functions can sure seem overwhelming, especially if you have to memorise them! A healthy individual who donates a kidney is likely to maintain a normal serum creatinine despite the loss of 50% of parenchymal tissue. Weve mentioned that the most important functions of the kidney are the regulation of the blood homeostasis and blood pressure, so acute kidney failure can lead to a quick fall of blood pressure which presents as a state of shock. 18-5). The defect is the extension of sinus fat into the cortex, usually at the border of the upper pole and interpolar region of the kidney. Now lets pay attention to the borders of the kidneys. On axial sections, the polar regions of the kidney typically form a closed circle or donut shape, with the hole formed by renal sinus fat. 18-10). The main parts of your kidney anatomy include: Kidney capsule (renal capsule) The renal capsule consists of three layers of connective tissue or fat that cover your kidneys. The goal of imaging patients with renal failure is to identify a correctable cause in an effort to recover or preserve renal function. An acute change in renal cortical echogenicity is occasionally seen with pyelonehritis. In clinical practice, it is probably best to categorize the renal cortex as hypoechoic, isoechoic, or hyperechoic compared with normal liver, and then state a correlative risk for associated renal parenchymal disease (Table 18-2). 18-3). The left testicular vein must ascend higher and it drains to the left renal vein at a right angle, unlike the right testicular vein which joins the inferior vena cava directly. 18-25). Ultrastructurally, the nephron is the functional representative of the kidney. 18-21). Right-sided pain was related to crossed renal ectopia. Learning anatomy is a massive undertaking, and we're here to help you pass with flying colours. Chronic glomerulonephritis usually causes bilateral increased renal echogenicity with smooth atrophy, whereas renal artery stenosis usually causes a similar but unilateral appearance (Fig. Figure 18-12 Axial sections of the right kidney from contrast-enhanced computed tomography demonstrate a bar of renal parenchyma separating renal hila in the superior and inferior poles, consistent with duplication. Although ureteral contrast media is typically present before 3 minutes, longer delays provide more predictable opacification. C, More severe hydronephrosis results in more pronounced shortening of the papilla. The kidneys are paired retroperitoneal structures that are normally located between the transverse processes of T12-L3 vertebrae, with the left kidney typically somewhat more superior in position than the right. print Print this Article 3D printed model for a 53-year-old female presenting a 21 15 15 mm renal tumor located in the interpolar region of left kidney, treated by left partial nephrectomy. Axial sections of the right kidney from contrast-enhanced computed tomography demonstrate a bar of renal parenchyma separating renal hila in the superior and inferior poles, consistent with duplication. Read More Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone. The most common cause is renal artery stenosis (see Fig. The cortex of a normal kidney is usually less echogenic than the adjacent normal liver. Diabetes, hypertension, acute tubular necrosis, Increased echogenicity has high association with parenchymal disease, Acute tubular necrosis usually results in an increased RI, whereas prerenal causes usually do not have an increased RI; postrenal causes often increase the RI, but hydronephrosis should be present in those cases, If present, suspect neurogenic bladder or outlet obstruction, Often severe aortic disease or fibromuscular dysplasia. When. When the fine, weblike complex of ureteral arteries is recruited to contribute to collateral circulation, enlarged vessels are seen surrounding the proximal ureter, causing the classic ureteral notching seen on intravenous urogram (IVU). Internal Anatomy. (Courtesy of Karl T. Rew, MD) Introduction Synonyms Epidemiology The most superior vessel is the renal vein which exits the kidney, just under it is the renal artery that enters in, and under the artery is the exiting ureter. Because they rarely cause symptoms, renal cysts are most often found during . BOX 18-1 Cockroft and Gault Equation for Calculating Estimated Creatinine Clearance. Internal Anatomy. There are many clinical states related to kidney malfunction. Illustration demonstrating the anatomy of the renal collecting system. The medulla is the inner region of the parenchyma of the kidney. Technetium 99m-mercaptoacetyltriglycin (MAG3) is excreted by the kidneys (mainly through secretion by proximal tubules) and provides evaluation of renal function, particularly in cases of suspected obstruction. Each nephron contains a renal corpuscle, which is the initial component that filters the blood, and a renal tubule that processes and carries the filtered fluid to the system of calyces. 18-28). 18-14). Kidney cysts are round pouches of fluid that form on or in the kidneys. Entities for which sonography is most useful. All content published on Kenhub is reviewed by medical and anatomy experts. The cortex of a normal kidney is usually less echogenic than the adjacent normal liver. At one end of each nephron, in the cortex of the kidney, is a cup-shaped structure called the Bowman's capsule. Figure 18-27 T2-weighted maximum intensity projection image from a magnetic resonance urogram performed to evaluate urinary obstruction identified in a patient with an obstructing soft tissue mass in the pelvis on unenhanced computed tomography (CT). Differential diagnosis General imaging considerations include: renal cortical defect duplex kidney Each end of the kidney is commonly called a. Annotated three-dimensional volume rendering of the left kidney acquired using a combined nephrographic phase and excretory phase during computed tomographic urography demonstrates regional anatomy of the kidney. Hydronephrosis is important to detect, because obstructive uropathy is often reversible if identified early. Author: If the renal pelvis extends out of the renal sinus, it is considered to be an. A frontal section through the kidney reveals an outer region called the renal cortex and an inner region called the medulla. When simple kidney cysts do cause symptoms, they might include: Pain in the side between the ribs and hip, stomach or back. They are staged the same way as the renal pelvis. The superior poles (extremities) (T12) of both kidneys are more medially pointed towards the spine than the inferior poles (extremities) (L3). Each kidney should always be evaluated in long axis (coronal, sagittal, or both, depending on sonographic window) and axial to the kidney. 18-7). and parenchymal mass without the risks for nephrotoxicity associated with iodinated contrast media or nephrogenic systemic fibrosis associated with gadolinium contrast agents. Each end of the kidney is commonly called a pole. There are 8-18 renal pyramids in each kidney, that on the coronal section look like triangles lined next to each other with their bases directed toward the cortex and apex to the hilum. Crossed ectopia on intravenous pyelogram. In order to understand the functions of the kidney, we must first learn its anatomy. Ultrasound can often identify the cause in cases of bilateral obstruction (Fig. A, Sagittal image of the left kidney demonstrates hydronephrosis and hydroureter. The pyramids are separated by extensions of the cortex called the renal columns. * Entities for which sonography is most useful. Figure 18-17 Coronal maximum intensity projection image from a contrast-enhanced computed tomographic scan demonstrates a dilated and tortuous lumbar veins joining the left renal vein. As the lobules of metanephric blastema coalesce to form each kidney, they do not always result in a smooth, uniform band of cortex. In this way, the consistency of blood is preserved and no important substances are lost. Since the abdominal organs are not paired, the left kidney is not related to the same organs as the right kidney. Thus, the ureter is seen paravertebrally starting from the L2 and going downwards. The anteromedial, aspect of the interpolar region is interrupted by the renal hilum to make a C shape. The kidneys are highly vascular (contain a lot of blood vessels) and are divided into three main regions: the renal cortex (outer region which contains about 1.25 million renal tubules), renal medulla (middle region which acts as a collecting chamber), and renal pelvis (inner region which receives urine through the major calyces). This is because the liver and the stomach offset the symmetry of the abdomen, with the liver forcing the right kidney a bit down, and the stomach forcing the left kidney a bit up. 18-23). The Modification of Diet in Renal Disease (MDRD) is another method for estimating renal function that yields a value often called estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR). Figure 18-8 Junctional cortical line seen on a long-axis ultrasound image of the right kidney. Each kidney has a single renal vein which conducts the blood out of the kidney and is positioned anterior to the artery. Association between Renal Cortical Echogenicity and Renal Parenchymal Disease. In adults, the normal kidney is 10-14 cm long in males and 9-13 cm long in females, 3-5 cm wide, 3 cm in antero-posterior thickness and weighs 150-260 g. The left kidney is usually slightly larger than the right. The renal cortex and medulla both have high signal intensity on T2-weighted images resulting in poor corticomedullary differentiation. Figure 18-1 Annotated three-dimensional volume rendering of the left kidney acquired using a combined nephrographic phase and excretory phase during computed tomographic urography demonstrates regional anatomy of the kidney. Recent advances in MDCT and MRI permit cross-sectional vascular studies to replace conventional angiography before UPJ repair (Fig. When echogenicity of the renal cortex equals that of the liver, renal function is abnormal in approximately 38% of cases. The defect proved to be blood clot from papillary necrosis. However, you may have symptoms related to the condition that's causing it. The kidneys are innervated by the renal plexus. Three-dimensional volume rendering from contrast-enhanced multidetector computed tomography examination of the kidneys demonstrates typical orientation of a horseshoe kidney. A, A low-attenuation lesion is difficult to identify during the corticomedullary phase. Technetium 99m dimercaptosuccinic acid (DMSA) and glucoheptonate (GHA) are both used for evaluation of renal parenchyma. The anterior surface faces towards the anterior abdominal wall, whereas the posterior surface is facing the posterior abdominal wall. The most common indication for cortical scintigraphy is to evaluate kidneys that have been injured by vesicoureteral reflux, chronic obstruction, or severe or repeated urinary infections. BOX 18-3 Causes of Bilateral Hydronephrosis. Ultrasound permits real-time optimization of imaging relative to the axis of each kidney. The right kidney has a normal appearance (not shown). Size disparity greater than 1.5 cm between kidneys should raise suspicion that one kidney is abnormal. Let's see what is nephron and how it is structured,so you can remember it for good. Unlike the excretory phase of enhanced CT, signal intensity within the renal collecting systems is reduced on T1- and T2-weighted MR images once excreted gadolinium-based contrast media becomes sufficiently concentrated. The small portion of the lumen surrounding the papilla is called the calyx. These surfaces are separated by the edges of the kidney, which are the major convexity laterally, and minor concavity medially. Register now Caliectasis doesn't cause any symptoms on its own. Because the interlobular arteries form an arch overlying the pyramid, they are called the. This plexus provides input from: The sensory nerves from the kidney travel to the spinal cord at the levels T10-T11, which is why the pain in the flank region always rises suspicions that something is wrong with the corresponding kidney. Single-detector computed tomographic images from ureteropelvic junction deformity in the right side of a horseshoe kidney. 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