Low-dose non-contrast CT for suspected renal colic

within 24 hours of presentation

tests per year, UK, urgent (within 24 hours of presentation)

“Offer urgent (within 24 hours of presentation) low-dose non-contrast CT to adults with suspected renal colic.”

NICE NG118, Renal and ureteric stones: assessment and management, section 1.1 Diagnostic imaging, 2019-01

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Per suspected episode. Pregnant women and children get ultrasound first instead.

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