Renal point-of-care ultrasound (rPOCUS) findings of hydronephrosis in adult patients presenting to the emergency department ...

Why it matters: Ultrasound offers a radiation-free, immediate view of the urinary system, making it ideal for detecting stones, obstruction, and bladder wall changes. How it's done: Using a ...

Abstract: The detection of kidney stones from ultrasonographic images poses challenges due to inherent noise, low contrast, and variability in image quality. To address these challenges, this paper ...

Scientists are working on a new approach to treating kidney failure that could one day free people from needing dialysis or having to take harsh drugs to suppress their immune system after a ...