A similar pain in your flank could indicate a kidney stone. Both can be excruciating, and doctors often order CT scans to confirm the diagnosis. But in both cases, an ultrasound can be an option.

Most had their kidney completely removed. All patients continued to have CT scans as standard monitoring after surgery, alongside a urine test every three months. Each urine sample was analyzed ...

Doctors ordered a CT scan with an injection of contrast dye ... Those with diabetes, chronic kidney disease, or heart disease are more likely to experience adverse reactions.

A simple urine test could accurately show the recurrence of kidney cancer at an early stage, potentially sparing patients invasive scans and enabling faster access to treatment, new research has shown ...

This is a CT scan with arrow indicating kidney tumor. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or ...

A simple urine test could accurately detect recurring kidney cancer in patients recovering from surgery for the disease, ...

The retired NBA pro, who was diagnosed with kidney cancer at age 41, wants to give hope to others undergoing health challenges.