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Unilateral hydronephrosis    See images

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Alternative names:

Hydronephrosis

Treatment

Surgery to remove the blockage may be needed.

If infection is present it should be promptly treated with antibiotics.

If hydronephrosis is chronic, prophylactic antibiotics may be used to decrease the incidence of urinary tract infections.

Prognosis

Prolonged hydronephrosis results in the eventual loss of kidney function.

Complications

If untreated, permanent damage can be done to the hydronephrotic kidney. Renal insufficiency or renal failure is rare because the other kidney functions normally in most patients. If hydronephrosis is present in both kidneys, renal insufficiency or renal failure may result.

Call Your Health Care Provider If:

Call your health care provider if prolonged or severe flank pain, or hydronephrosis is suspected.

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