FUSED PELVIC (‘CAKE’) KIDNEY: AN INCIDENTAL FINDING IN A 77-YEAR-OLD PATIENT

Fused pelvic („cake‟) kidney is a rare congenital anomaly of the genitourinary system. when a fused pelvic kidney is diagnosed, further evaluation should be performed to assess the status of the kidneys and exclude other associated congenital anomalies. the early diagnosis of potential complications that may accompany this anomaly are important to prevent permanent renal impairment. multidetector computed tomographic urography enables a comprehensive evaluation of patients with fused pelvic kidney in a single examination. in this report, we present the multidetector computed tomographic angiography and urography findings of a 77-year-old patient with a fused pelvic kidney, diagnosed incidentally. we also review the present literature and discuss the embrology, anatomic features and clinical significance of this rare anomaly with an emphasis on its multidetector computed tomography findings.