Exam 2 Congenital anomalies Flashcards
1
Q
What is common in a genesis of the kidneys
A
unilateral and the other kidney has hypertrophy thus increased risk HTN
2
Q
What is true hypoplasia
A
no scars, reduced number of renal lobes and pyramids (<6)
failure of kidnes to develop to normal size
3
Q
What is the most common anatomical spot for an ectopic kidney
A
pelvis
4
Q
What is a horseshoe kidney
A
when the upper or lower poles of kidneys fuse
5
Q
How common are horshoe kidneys? which pole is most likely fused
A
1/500-1000 autopsies
usually the lower pole is fused 90%
