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What is focal cortical thining and slight caliectasis in the region when it comes to the kidneys.

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Scarring: Essentially both findings relate to scarring of part of the kidney, possibly due to an old infection or other prior insult to the kidney.

Answered 6/8/2014

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