OVERVIEW

Ultrasound Evaluation of the Normal Renal Anatomy is organized by Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute (GCUS) Inc.. 

Date of Original Release: 12/15/2022
This edition valid for credit through: 12/15/2025

Overview:
Ultrasound of the Normal Renal Anatomy CME Vital provides an overview of normal renal anatomy, structural and vasculature frames, as well as the lab values indicating renal disease. Additionally, examination technique are reviewed.

Objectives: 

  • Recognize normal renal anatomy and sonographic measurements
  • List the 3 functions of the kidneys which rid the body of waste
  • Identify the renal vasculature including main renal arteries and intrarenal arteries
  • Recognize laboratory data related to kidney function
  • Demonstrate the sonographic examination technique when evaluating the kidneys

Topics:

  • Location of the Kidneys
  • Average Renal Size/Characterisitics
  • Normal Structures of the Kidney
  • The Filtration Reabsorption System
  • Renal Function
  • Renal Vasculature
  • Adrenals (function, laboratory data, hormones)
  • Sonographic Examination Techniques

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Credits

The Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This course also meets CME/CEU requirements for ARDMS. Note: While offering the CME credit hours noted above, activities are not intended to provide extensive training or certification for exam performance or interpretation. 

  • 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • TARGET AUDIENCE

    PhysicianUrologistsSonographerHospitalistInternal MedicineEmergency MedicineTraumaCritical Care MedicinePrimary Care Physicians

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    RadiologyUrology

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