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Obstructive uropathy involves a blockage of the flow of urine, causing it to back up and injure one or both kidneys.
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Symptoms
Symptoms associated with obstructive uropathy vary depending on whether the obstruction is acute or chronic, whether it...
Causes
Obstructive uropathy occurs when urine cannot drain through a ureter (a tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the...
Tests
The diagnosis of obstructive uropathy is made on imaging studies. Common radiographic studies used to diagnose obstruct...
Treatments
Stents or drains placed in the ureter or in the renal pelvis may provide short-term relief of symptoms. Nephrostomy tub...
Complications
Obstructive uropathy can cause permanent and severe damage to the kidneys, resulting in renal failure. Obstructive urop...
Doctor Specialties
Contact your health care provider if you have symptoms of obstructive uropathy or believe that you may be suffering fro...
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