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How are the Doppler flow studies Infection increased flow & perfusion
or radionucleotide scans different Torsion decreased flow & perfusion
for epididymitis/orchitis vs.
testicular torsion?
What does blue dot sign refer When the testicular appendage torses
to in urology? You see a sharply defined blue area
through the skin (small)
What is the other name for a struvite Magnesium ammonium phosphate stone
renal stone?
How are kidney stones usually <6 mm will pass on their own
treated?
Give fluids
Pain control
Strainer to see what kind it was
160 7 General Urology Question and Answer Items
What is special about uric acid stones? 1. Usually not seen on X-ray
(2) 2. May dissolve in alkaline urine!
Is circumcision medically No
indicated? Unless the child has hydronephrosis/
reflux
(due to increased risk of UTIs in this
population)