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Understanding Hydronephrosis

By Dr. Naomi Bui, MD · · Nephrology and Urology

This article from Weyland-Yutani Health System's Nephrology and Urology service line explains hydronephrosis in plain language.

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Topic: hydronephrosis. An urinary system disease that is characterized by swelling of one or both kidneys due to incomplete voiding of urine.

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This article is for general information and does not replace advice from your clinician.