Hydroureter

Hydroureter is a medical condition that occurs due to the accumulation of urine in the ureter caused by an obstruction in the flow of urine from the renal pelvis. This condition can occur at any age in men and women, and can cause a variety of medical problems.

Hydroureter can be caused by a variety of things, including a stone obstructing the ureter, compression of the ureter by a dislocated artery, a tumor, a ureteral stricture, or bladder inflammation. In some cases, hydroureter may be caused by a congenital abnormality of the urethra.

Symptoms of hydroureter may include low back pain, frequent urination, pain when urinating, blood in the urine, and increased bladder pressure. If hydroureter is left untreated, it can lead to chronic kidney failure and other serious problems.

Various methods are used to diagnose hydroureter, including ultrasound, x-ray tomography, cystoscopy and magnetic resonance imaging. Treatment of hydroureter may require surgery, including removal of a stone, stricture, or tumor, ureteral repair, or placement of a stent.

In some cases, hydroureter treatment may be prescribed only to relieve symptoms and prevent complications. This may include taking medications to relieve pain and reduce pressure in the bladder.

In conclusion, hydroureter is a serious medical condition that can have a variety of causes and symptoms. If you notice any symptoms of hydroureter, see your doctor for diagnosis and treatment. Seeking medical help early can help prevent serious complications and improve the prognosis of the disease.

Hydroureter is the accumulation of urine in one of the ureters due to a violation of the outflow of urine from the renal pelvis. As a result, there is a significant increase in the size of the ureter.

The most common cause of urine accumulation in the ureter is obstruction due to blockage by a stone or compression by a displaced artery. This leads to disruption of the outflow of urine from the renal pelvis to the ureter and then to the bladder.

With hydroureter, the ureter is stretched due to urine accumulated in it, and its diameter increases. This can lead to disruption of the kidney on the side of the affected ureter.

Diagnosis of hydroureter is carried out using ultrasound examination of the kidneys and urinary tract, excretory urography, and computed tomography.

Treatment depends on the cause of hydroureter. Surgery may be required to restore patency of the ureter. If the cause cannot be eliminated, permanent drainage of the ureter using a stent is used.