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2 sets of renal collecting systems compatible with cross ectopic kidneys. i still have 2 kidneys right?

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Yes, But..: Two sets of collecting systems typically indicate two kidneys, more definitive imaging studies are needed such as ultrasound, ct scan or renal nuclear scan to assess the anatomy and functionality.

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Dr. James Lin answered

Here is...: I assume the findings of kidneys are incidentally found in imaging studies for abdominal pain. Did the detailsed Hx pointing to the pain of renal origin? If not, I would take no action and leave it alone and see since in reality,nothing could be done about it.As to 2 sets,this may refer to complete duplicating system. Remember kidneys are the organ having highest rate of normal variation among...

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