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Obstruction From Big Prostate
Chronic bilateral obstructive uropathy is a long-term blockage of urine flow from both kidneys. It is a slow blockage that gets worse over time.
Bilateral means "both sides."
See also:
Chronic unilateral obstructive uropathy Acute unilateral obstructive uropathy Acute bilateral obstructive uropathy
Alternative Names
Obstructive uropathy - bilateral - chronic; Kidney failure - chronic blockage
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The most common cause of chronic bilateral obstructive uropathy...
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Chronic unilateral obstructive uropathy
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Chronic unilateral obstructive uropathy is a condition in which there is long-term blockage of one of the tubes (ureters) that drains urine from the... Read more »
Chronic bilateral obstructive uropathy
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Obstructive uropathy - bilateral - chronic; Kidney failure - chronic blockageTreatmentThe goal of treatment is to remove the blockage. You may need... Read more »
Chronic bilateral obstructive uropathy
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Obstructive uropathy - bilateral - chronic; Kidney failure - chronic blockageSymptomsSymptoms depend on the nature of the obstruction and where in... Read more »
Chronic bilateral obstructive uropathy
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Obstructive uropathy - bilateral - chronic; Kidney failure - chronic blockagePreventionRoutine screening (and treatment) forlower urinary tract... Read more »
Bladder outlet obstruction
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Bladder outlet obstruction (BOO) is a blockage at the base of the bladder that reduces or prevents the flow of urine into the urethra, the tube that... Read more »
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