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Abstract
Perirenal air insufflation has proved itself to be of great value m the differential
diagnosis of all retroperitoneal lesions in and about the kidney. Its use permits
us to draw conclusions concerning the local spread and operability of renal tumors
hitherto not possible. The technic is not difficult and can be mastered quite promptly
especially by the urologist who is thoroughly acquainted with this part of the human
anatomy. Complications are infrequent and of minor degree if ordinary care is taken.
We present a consecutive series of 175 cases of perirenal air injection without serious
mishap. In all instances added valuable information was obtained. We believe that
the urologist need not hesitate to employ this procedure in the indicated case, although
we advise against its indiscriminate use. No elaborate or expensive equipment is required.
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