USF inventors have created a method to prospectively assess the ease of surgical dissection of perinephric fat for renal procedures through use of a novel scoring system of computed tomography (CT) images. Accurate pre-operative assessment of PnFSD has far reaching implications as it provides surgeons and patients with data pertaining to the anticipated ease of the upcoming surgical procedure. This assessment can help delineate the best surgical approach, likely outcomes, and aid in pre-operative patient surgical counseling and education.
Cross Sectional CT Image With a Scored Outline of Perinephric Measurement in a Patient Who Will Undergo Open Partial Nephrectomy