HYDROPYONEPHROSIS Meaning and
Definition
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Hydropyonephrosis is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of both pus and urine within the kidneys, resulting in the dilation and distension of the renal pelvis and calyces. It is a serious condition that typically occurs as a complication of obstructive uropathy, where there is an obstruction in the flow of urine from the kidneys to the bladder.
The presence of pus in the kidney is indicative of a severe infection, usually caused by bacteria ascending from the bladder or ureters into the kidneys. As the infection progresses, the flow of urine becomes blocked, leading to the accumulation of both pus and urine in the affected kidney.
Symptoms of hydropyonephrosis may include severe flank pain, urinary frequency and urgency, fever, chills, and general malaise. If left untreated, it can cause irreversible damage to the kidney, leading to renal failure.
The diagnosis of hydropyonephrosis is usually made through a combination of medical history, physical examination, and imaging studies such as ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI. Treatment typically involves the removal of the underlying cause of the obstruction, such as a kidney stone or tumor, and the administration of antibiotics to treat the infection.
In severe cases where the kidney function is severely compromised, surgical intervention may be necessary to drain the pus and urine from the kidney and repair any underlying structural abnormalities. Prompt treatment is essential to prevent further damage and preserve kidney function.
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The presence of purulent urine in the pelvis and calyces of the kidney following obstruction in the ureter.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for HYDROPYONEPHROSIS
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Etymology of HYDROPYONEPHROSIS
The word "hydropyonephrosis" derives from three separate Greek roots:
1. "Hydro" (ὕδωρ) means "water".
2. "Pyo" (πύον) means "pus".
3. "Nephrosis" (νεφρός) means "kidney" or "kidney disease".
Combining these roots, "hydropyonephrosis" refers to a kidney condition characterized by the presence of both water and pus.
