Extension of hypernephroma into the inferior vena cava was demonstrated by ultrasound. When a solid renal lesion is encountered, it is suggested that the inferior vena cava be scanned. The possible significance of gray scale scanning as a more precise diagnostic tool and its use in tumor staging are discussed.
No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.
Greene et al. (1975) studied this question.
Synapse has enriched 4 closely related papers on similar clinical questions. Consider them for comparative context: