Hydronephrosis
noun
A condition in which the kidney becomes swollen due to a build-up of urine caused by obstruction in the urinary tract.
The patient was diagnosed with hydronephrosis after several tests.
Usage tips
Formal
kidney issues,urine blockage,pathological condition
noun
A condition in which the kidney becomes swollen due to a build-up of urine caused by obstruction in the urinary tract.
The patient was diagnosed with hydronephrosis after several tests.
Usage tips
Formal
kidney issues,urine blockage,pathological condition
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Clinical
Used when discussing medical conditions related to the kidneys.
Hydronephrosis often requires intervention to prevent damage.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal
Typically used in a medical context.
Avoid using hydronephrosis in casual conversations.
Pro Tip 3/3Technical
Specific to kidney-related medical conditions.
Hydronephrosis may be asymptomatic.
Pro Tip 1/3Clinical
Used when discussing medical conditions related to the kidneys.
Hydronephrosis often requires intervention to prevent damage.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal
Typically used in a medical context.
Avoid using hydronephrosis in casual conversations.
Pro Tip 3/3Technical
Specific to kidney-related medical conditions.
Hydronephrosis may be asymptomatic.
Pro Tip 1/3Clinical
Used when discussing medical conditions related to the kidneys.
Hydronephrosis often requires intervention to prevent damage.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal
Typically used in a medical context.
Avoid using hydronephrosis in casual conversations.
Pro Tip 3/3Technical
Specific to kidney-related medical conditions.
Hydronephrosis may be asymptomatic.
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