paintbrush appearance

A paintbrush appearance describes the streaky appearances of dilated contrast filled tubules within the renal medulla on IVP or CT-IVU. This appearance is characteristic for medullary sponge kidneys.

A similar appearance is also seen in the renal tubular ectasia; though less pronounced.

See also

• bouquet of flowers appearance

Siehe auch:

• medullary sponge kidney
• Bouquet of flowers appearance (medullary sponge kidney)

und weiter:

• bouquet of flowers appearance