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Hydronephrosis

Health Encyclopedia: Unilateral Hydronephrosis

Definition

Unilateral hydronephrosis is swelling of one kidney due to a backup of urine.

Health Guide

Unilateral hydronephrosis

......Dysuria Increased urinary frequency Increased urinary urgency Note: Sometimes unilateral hydronephrosis does not have symptoms. Signs and tests Unilateral... Read more »

.........Renal insufficiency or failure may develop as a complication of many of the disorders associated with hydronephrosis. Calling your health care provider This disorder is usually... Read more »

Bilateral hydronephrosis

......infections, obstruction of the urinary tract is often without symptoms. Signs and tests Bilateral hydronephrosis may be apparent on: IVP Renal scan ... Read more »

Unilateral hydronephrosis

Hydronephrosis Prevention Prevention of the disorders associated with unilateral hydronephrosis will prevent this condition. References ... Read more »

Unilateral hydronephrosis

......antibiotics may be prescribed to decrease the risk of urinary tract infectionsin patients who have long-term hydronephrosis. Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) ... Read more »

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