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Urethral Cancer
Urethral cancer is a rare urologic cancer (accounting for 1 to 2 percent of all urological cancers) whose outcomes are most successful with early intervention. Continue Reading
Urethral Cancer
Urethral cancer is a rare urologic cancer (accounting for 1 to 2 percent of all urological cancers) whose outcomes are most successful with early intervention. Continue Reading
Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction
Ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO) occurs when the connection between ureter and kidney is blocked or narrower than usual. When this occurs, urine builds up behind the obstruction, and can lead to swelling of the kidney and, left untreated, may cause severe damage to the organ. Continue Reading
Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction
Ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO) occurs when the connection between ureter and kidney is blocked or narrower than usual. When this occurs, urine builds up behind the obstruction, and can lead to swelling of the kidney and, left untreated, may cause severe damage to Continue Reading
Ureterocele
When a ureter swells, it can restrict or even prevent urine from flowing into the bladder. Left untreated, the condition can cause permanent kidney damage. Continue Reading
Ureterocele
When a ureter swells, it can restrict or even prevent urine from flowing into the bladder. Left untreated, the condition can cause permanent kidney damage. Continue Reading
Ureter Stones
Ureter stones are stones that started their formation in the kidney before moving down to the ureter (a tube that transports urine from the kidneys to the bladder). Learn more about types of, treatment, and risk factors for ureter stones. Continue Reading
Ureter Stones
Ureter stones are stones that started their formation in the kidney before moving down to the ureter (a tube that transports urine from the kidneys to the bladder). Learn more about types of, treatment, and risk factors for ureter stones. Continue Reading
Upper Tract Obstruction
Upper urinary tract obstruction is a common condition in which part of the ureter -- the tube that connects kidney to bladder -- becomes blocked and prevents the flow of urine. Continue Reading
Upper Tract Obstruction
Upper urinary tract obstruction is a common condition in which part of the ureter -- the tube that connects kidney to bladder -- becomes blocked and prevents the flow of urine. Continue Reading
Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer can spread to nearby tissues and other parts of the body, but is very treatable if caught early. Age, family history, congenital defects, certain diseases, and lifestyle choices can all increase a man's risk. Continue Reading
Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer can spread to nearby tissues and other parts of the body, but is very treatable if caught early. Age, family history, congenital defects, certain diseases, and lifestyle choices can all increase a man's risk. Continue Reading
Relaxed Vaginal Outlet
Relaxed vaginal outlet can be caused by a number of factors, including pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, and strenuous physical activity. Continue Reading
Relaxed Vaginal Outlet
Relaxed vaginal outlet can be caused by a number of factors, including pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, and strenuous physical activity. Continue Reading
Pyonephrosis
Pyonephrosis is a kidney obstruction caused by infection and the formation of pus, which can result in rapid and complete loss of kidney function. Continue Reading
Pyonephrosis
Pyonephrosis is a kidney obstruction caused by infection and the formation of pus, which can result in rapid and complete loss of kidney function. Continue Reading
Prune Belly Syndrome (Pediatric)
Prune belly syndrome, also known as Eagle-Barrett syndrome, refers to a group of birth defects that cause external and internal abnormalities. Continue Reading
Prune Belly Syndrome (Pediatric)
Prune belly syndrome, also known as Eagle-Barrett syndrome, refers to a group of birth defects that cause external and internal abnormalities. Continue Reading
Hypospadias
Hypospadias, a common male birth defect, occurs when the urethra opens not at the tip of the penis but somewhere along the shaft or even near the scrotum. The condition can cause difficulties urinating and may impact fertility and sexual function, but it's rarely associated with other urinary condit ... Continue Reading
Hypospadias
Hypospadias, a common male birth defect, occurs when the urethra opens not at the tip of the penis but somewhere along the shaft or even near the scrotum. The condition can cause difficulties urinating and may impact fertility and sexual function, but it's rarely associated ... Continue Reading
