Pyelectasis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
2022年9月15日 · Pyelectasis vs hydronephrosis: What’s the difference? Both terms refer to kidney swelling caused by a buildup of pee. With fetal pyelectasis, blockage is mild, so less pee collects in the kidney.
Pyelectasis and hydronephrosis in pregnancy - Children's …
Pyelectasis or mild hydronephrosis will likely have little or no effect on your baby. Most babies with this condition do very well. Very rarely, a baby will have severe bilateral hydronephrosis or an extremely distended or filled bladder and insufficient amniotic fluid.
Renal pelvic dilation - American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
2021年9月7日 · Renal pelvic dilation refers to excessive dilation of the fetal intrarenal collecting system. Although a different terminology is used, pelviectasis or pyelectasis most often refers to mild dilation, and hydronephrosis is reserved for severe cases …
Difference Between Pyelectasis and Hydronephrosis
In short, pyelectasis is a problem where urine accumulates in the part of the kidney known as the renal pelvis. Hydronephrosis, on the other hand, is when the kidney enlarges and swells due to urine not being able to enter the ureters.
Pyelectasis and Pelviectasis - Nationwide Children's Hospital
Pyelectasis, or pelviectasis, is when urine gathers in the center of the kidney, called the pelvis. This makes the kidney larger than normal. This condition can affect one or both kidneys. Pyelectasis/pelviectasis happens in about 1% of all pregnancies. It …
Hydronephrosis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
2023年8月25日 · Hydronephrosis (upper urinary tract dilation) is a condition where something keeps pee (urine) from flowing from your kidney to your bladder. When that happens, one or both of your kidneys swell. It can be sudden or chronic, partial or …
Clinical manifestations and diagnosis of urinary tract ... - UpToDate
2024年1月24日 · Urinary tract obstruction (UTO) occurs due to blockage of urine flow along the urinary tract and generally manifests as hydronephrosis on imaging. UTO may be acute or chronic, partial or complete, and unilateral or bilateral.
Hydronephrosis - Overview - Mayo Clinic
2022年2月11日 · Hydronephrosis occurs when a kidney has an excess of fluid due to a backup of urine, often caused by an obstruction in the upper part of the urinary tract. Kidney swelling can result, causing the part of the kidney called the renal pelvis to bulge (distend), leading to possible kidney scarring and impaired kidney function.
Hydronephrosis: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment
2022年10月12日 · Overview. Symptoms. Causes. Treatment. Prevention. Hydronephrosis, or swollen kidney, occurs when urine backs up into one or both of the kidneys. Usually, urine flows from the kidneys to the bladder via the ureter. When a blockage or obstruction impedes the normal flow of urine, hydronephrosis can develop. Getty Images / Peter Dazeley. Overview.
Hydronephrosis | National Kidney Foundation
2023年8月8日 · Hydronephrosis is a condition that occurs when a kidney swells and can't get rid of pee (urine) like it should. Table of Contents. About hydronephrosis. Signs and symptoms. Causes. Complications. Diagnosis. Treatment. Preparing for your appointment. About hydronephrosis.