The comparative study on axial and coronal CT images using maximum intensity projection for evaluating urinary calculus - a study protocol

Urinary calculus is a medical condition characterized by the formation of hard deposits in urinary tract. It also known as kidney stones and can cause severe pain discomfort. The most common type composed calcium, but it be made other substances such uric acid or struvite. Risk factors for developing include dehydration, family history, certain conditions, medications. Urinary calculi are that significant discomfort morbidity affected individuals. CT imaging gold standard technique helps diagnose calculi. During examination, axial coronal images commonly used. However, optimal approach has not been clearly defined. study will patients with suspected who undergo at single institution. Both reconstructed using M.I.P. primary outcome measure sensitivity specificity two approaches detecting Secondary measures time required image reconstruction, radiation exposure associated each approach, subjective preference radiologists one over other. expected to provide valuable information on evaluating If superior, could lead more efficient effective diagnosis treatment this condition. Additionally, data which inform clinical decision-making improve patient safety. In study, protocol aims compare diagnostic performance C.T. maximum intensity projection (MIP) evaluation calculi.