Specialist assessment and treatment of conditions affecting the kidneys and ureters, including obstruction, structural abnormalities and suspected malignancy.
The kidneys filter blood and produce urine, which travels to the bladder through the ureters. Diseases affecting these structures can disrupt urine flow or impair kidney function.
Conditions may include obstruction, tumours, anatomical abnormalities or complications related to stone disease.
Abnormal growths within the kidney may require further investigation.
Narrowing or blockage of the ureter that disrupts urine flow from the kidney.
A rare cancer affecting the lining of the ureter or kidney collecting system.
Swelling of the kidney due to obstruction or impaired drainage.
Kidney abnormalities detected on imaging performed for other reasons.
Assessment of pain, urinary symptoms, haematuria and overall kidney health.
Evaluation for signs of abdominal tenderness or kidney-related symptoms.
Testing may identify blood in the urine, infection or impaired kidney function.
CT scans, ultrasound or MRI may be used to assess kidney structure and identify abnormalities.
Ureteroscopy or other endoscopic techniques may be used to evaluate abnormalities within the urinary tract.
Treatment depends on the underlying diagnosis.
Some kidney abnormalities require monitoring with imaging and clinical review.
Used to diagnose or treat certain kidney and ureter conditions.
Recommended when structural disease or malignancy is present.
Treatment may be required when:
Management decisions are based on careful clinical evaluation.
General guidance may include:
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Symptoms may include flank pain, blood in the urine or abnormal findings on imaging.
No. Many kidney lesions are benign, but specialist assessment is required.
Treatment depends on the cause and may include endoscopic or surgical procedures.
Imaging studies, urine testing and blood tests are commonly used.
Specialist review is recommended if abnormalities are identified on imaging or if symptoms persist.
