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Intravenous urography (IVU), also known as intravenous pyelography (IVP) or excretory urography (EU), is an x-ray exam that uses intravenous contrast dye to visualize the kidneys, ureters, and bladder. It has largely been replaced by CT urography. The procedure involves administering contrast dye intravenously and taking serial x-ray images over 20 minutes to assess for abnormalities in the urinary tract like obstructions or congenital anomalies. Precautions are taken like checking kidney function before ad
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