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Henoch-Schönlein purpura echocardiography or ultrasound

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Overview

Echogenic kidneys, target or doughnut sign in case of intussusception. IgA vasculitis has also been shown to cause massive scrotal oedema, and can be a source of severe pain in young boys.

Ultrasound

Ultrasound

Ultrasoind findings of HSP:

  • Echogenic kidneys
  • Target or doughnut sign in case of intussusception
  • Massive scrotal edema in patients with IgA vasculitis
References

References

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