ArticleKittredge RD, Brensilver J, Pierce JC.
Radiology. 1978 Apr;127(1):165-9.
Nineteen patients were studied with computed tomography immediately after kidney transplantation and subsequently if declining renal function was noted. Abscess formation, hematoma and lymphocele were satisfactorily demonstrated. Of 8 diagnosed abnormal densities, 5 were proved correct (abscess 2; serous collection and old blood 1; lymphocele 1; and hematoma (fresh) 1). Two were not proved but abnormalities resolved on medical therapy. There was one incorrect diagnosis: what was thought to be an abnormal fluid collection was really a markedly enlarged edematous rejected kidney. Computed tomography represents an excellent method of following the course of therapy, whether surgical or conservative.