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In 2009 i had "prominence of the right renal collecting system, possibly rep mild hydronephrosis in a duplicated system." they did not tell me to pursue more testing. now, i had ab us mild/mod hydro in same kidney. is this a structural prob?

Q: in 2009 i had "prominence of the right renal collecting system, possibly rep mild hydronephrosis in a duplicated system." they did not tell me to pursue more testing. now, i had ab us mild/mod hydro in same kidney. is this a structural prob?

: Yes, that is a structural and congenital abnormality, i.e. you are born with it. This condition at this degree does not impair your right kidney function. Take care.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, that is a structural and congenital abnormality, i.e. you are born with it. This condition at this degree does not impair your right kidney function. Take care.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 4/1/2023

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A member asked:

In 2009 i had "prominence of the right renal collecting system, possibly rep mild hydronephrosis in a duplicated system." they did not tell me to pursue more testing. now, i had ab us mild/mod hydro in same kidney. is this a structural prob?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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