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Hydronephrosis

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

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Symptoms

Note: Sometimes unilateral hydronephrosis does not have symptoms.

Causes

Hydronephrosis is a condition that occurs with a disease. It is not a disease itself.

Tests

Unilateral hydronephrosis is usually identified with tests such as the following:.Abdominal MRI CT scan of the kidney...

Treatments

Treatment and prognosis for unilateral hydronephrosis depend on what is causing the kidney swelling. Treatment may in...

Available Treatments

Drugs

No Known Drug Therapy

Risk Factors

Complications

If hydronephrosis is left untreated, the affected kidney may be permanently damaged. Kidney insufficiency or kidney f...

Prevention

Prevention of the disorders associated with unilateral hydronephrosis will prevent this condition.

Doctor Specialties

Call your health care provider if you have prolonged or severe flank pain, or if you suspect hydronephrosis.

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