Dual Energy CT vs Standard Triple Phase CT-A Randomised Control Trial

Role of Split Bolus Dual Energy Single Acquisition CT in Evaluation of Urological Diseases of the Upper Urinary Tract.

To compare SBDECT with standard Triple Phase Multi-Detector CT (TPMDCT) in renal mass evaluation in terms of appropriateness of treatment received after diagnosis. To determine SBDECT diagnostic accuracy.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients with suspected renal masses needing further evaluation with a contrast enhanced CT scan
• Patients who are referred for CT Urography

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients not willing to participate in the study
• Age <18 yrs
• Pregnant females
• Patients with previous h/o serious allergic reactions or Contrast allergy
• Impaired renal function (estimated GFR<45mL/min/mm2)
• Sonographically proven benign renal mass needing no further evaluation