MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

ABDOMINAL

GENERALISED LYMPHADENOPATHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
An autopsy revealed substantial enlargement of a right kidney. A gross investigation of a renal cut section showed a stone in it with marked dilation of the pelvis and calyces by urine and thinning of the renal parenchyma. What of diagnoses is the most likely?
A
Hydronephrosis
B
Pyelectasia
C
Pyelonephritis
D
Cyst of kidney
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -These tests may be an X-ray, an ultrasound exam or a CT scan. Kidney biopsy. This procedure involves using a special needle to extract small pieces of kidney tissue to look at under a microscope. A biopsy is used to confirm a diagnosis and to assess the degree and nature of tissue damage.

Detailed explanation-2: -What causes acute glomerulonephritis? The acute disease may be caused by infections such as strep throat. It may also be caused by other illnesses, including lupus, Goodpasture’s syndrome, Wegener’s disease, and polyarteritis nodosa. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment are important to prevent kidney failure.

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