Radiographs of the 58-year-old male patient with hematuria and history of renal carcinoma show a bulge in the lateral margin of the left kidney. Which of the following diagnostic imaging modalities is usually the first imaging modality recommended in further assessment?

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Ultrasonography is usually the first imaging modality recommended in further assessment of renal abnormalities, such as the bulge seen in this patient's radiographs. It is non-invasive, widely available, and does not use ionizing radiation. Intravenous pyelography is a relatively invasive imaging test and is not generally recommended as the first option. CT and MRI may be used after ultrasonography to further evaluate the extent of the lesion and to aid in treatment planning.

Radiographs of the 58-Year-Old Male Patient with Hematuria and History