Tumoral masses in failed kidneys

A 44-year-old male patient presented with recurrent urinary tract infections (urine cultures negative) for 2 years. He was diagnosed as having a urethral stricture, and he underwent dilatations. However, his renal functions deteriorated, and he developed chronic kidney disease (CKD) requiring dialysis and transplantation. Pretransplant workup revealed 4 –5 leukocytes on urine examination, proteinuria (0.2 g/d), and a serum creatinine level of 6.7 mg/dl. Magnetic resonance imaging of his kidneys showed multifocal hyperintense lesions in both.
Source: Kidney International - Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Tags: Nephrology Image Source Type: research