101. Paul Brown Kids Flashcards
1
Q
Dilation of the calyx of the kidneys
A
Hydronephrosis
2
Q
What are the developmental abnormalities that can occur in a newborn
A
Vesicoureteric reflux
Pelvic-ureteric damage
Cystic disease (mukticuctsic dysplastic kidney)
3
Q
Why would you not leave a damaged kidney in a baby?
A
Increased UTI risk
Fibrosis
Increased blood pressure damaging the other kidney
4
Q
Explain pelviureteric junction stenosis?
A
Usually a relative rather than a complete obstruction
Mostly congenital
