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Over 337,000 new cases of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) are diagnosed annually worldwide, with many detected incidentally due to increased imaging use.
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Accurate diagnosis and staging of RCC are essential for effective management and providing patients with realistic treatment and prognosis information.
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CT urography is recommended as the first-line imaging test for patients with unexplained visible haematuria due to its high sensitivity and accuracy.
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The Bosniak classification system is used to assess renal cysts, but inter-observer disagreement and suboptimal effectiveness for category III cysts pose challenges.
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MRI may improve the classification of Bosniak cysts and enhance management decisions, particularly for small cysts, due to its superior soft tissue contrast.
