Does hydronephrosis always need surgery?
Not always — the treatment depends on the cause and severity.
Diagnostics
Hydronephrosis: swelling of the kidney
What hydronephrosis is — a kidney swollen by backed-up urine — and its causes.
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Short Answer
Hydronephrosis is swelling of a kidney caused by urine backing up when its drainage is blocked, from stones, strictures, pregnancy or an enlarged prostate.
Medical Facts
- Prolonged blockage can damage the kidney.
- Treatment targets the cause to relieve the backup.
Treatment or Donation Options
- Get imaging to find the cause of the blockage.
- Treat the underlying cause (stone, stricture, etc.).
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