Author: Dr. Thomas R. Blake, MD

Kidney transplantation offers a life-saving solution for individuals with end-stage renal disease. However, successful long-term outcomes depend not only on the initial transplant procedure but…

Post-transplant care is a complex and multifaceted process requiring diligent monitoring to ensure long-term graft survival and patient well-being. While blood tests provide crucial insights…

Kidney imaging is a cornerstone of diagnosing a wide range of urological conditions, from simple kidney stones to more complex issues like hydronephrosis, cysts, and…

Medical imaging—whether it’s an X-ray, CT scan, MRI, ultrasound, or PET scan—plays a crucial role in modern healthcare. These scans provide doctors with invaluable insights…

Receiving results from a medical scan can be anxiety-inducing, even when the findings aren’t immediately alarming. Often scans use specialized terminology that isn’t easily understood…

Kidney ultrasounds are a common diagnostic tool used by healthcare professionals to visualize the kidneys and surrounding structures. They’re non-invasive, relatively inexpensive, and don’t involve…

Can Kidney Ultrasound Reveal Bladder Neck Obstruction? Bladder neck obstruction (BNO) is a condition where the flow of urine from the bladder is impeded at…

Introduction Kidney health is often silently compromised, as early stages frequently present no noticeable symptoms. This makes regular monitoring crucial for individuals at risk –…

Increased echogenicity on a pediatric kidney ultrasound is a finding that frequently causes parental anxiety, understandably so. When parents hear medical terminology like this –…

A renal ultrasound is a common diagnostic tool used by healthcare professionals to visualize the kidneys, ureters, and bladder. It’s a non-invasive procedure utilizing sound…