My mother in law is 81 years old. She recently had acute onset of pain in her hip area. She was diagnosed witChatDoctorpression fractures. She had an MRI for this and her doctor told her she has a black spot on her kidney. She recently had blood work - lower spine and urine analysis both fine. We are concerned about the black spot on kidney. Your professional opinion?
Hi, Thanks for writing in. A black spot on the kidney requires detailed evaluation It is important to know the exact report details of the MRI which was done. The concept of black and white appearance on MRI scan is not specific at all times. There are many images taken during MRI scan and structures might appear black or white depending on the image sequence. If her doctor has pointed it out as an abnormality then it is to be followed up closely and in detail with the help of additional investigations. A complete kidney function test might help to know if she has any kidney function which might be related to the compression fractures at the back. However, the routine tests are normal and therefore doing other tests might help. If it is a cyst in kidney then there is no concern. Please do not worry.