Ureter

Sacrococcygeal tumors (SCT) are relatively rare, affecting approximately 1:35,000 live births[1]. However, it is the most common tumor presenting in newborn humans[2]. They occur more commonly in girls (70–80%) and they usually present in one of two clinical patterns: neonates with large predominately benign tumors (mature and immature teratomas); or, infants and children between birth and 4 years of age with primarily pelvic, malignant (yolk sac) tumors Before routine antenatal ultrasound examinations

system in the body known as urinary tract infection (UTI). The urinary system is made up of the kidneys, the ureters, bladder and urethra. The kidneys take nutrients from liquids that are nurturing to the body. Bladder is like an overflow that holds urine waiting to be released. The urethra is the tubes that extend from the bladder through to the end of the penis or vagina. Lastly, the ureters are tubes that

Mr. Brown, a 73 year old male with a medical history of a total hip replacement, was diagnosed with a urinary tract infection (UTI). Experiencing a urinary retention immediately after the surgery he was catheterised. The catheter was removed 24 hours later; however, the patient showed increasing signs of confusion, urine appeared cloudy and had a strong smell (Ministry of Health, 2013). Infectious Diseases Society of America (2015) states that UTI is a common risk factor associated with a health-associated

Most people have two kidneys, both of which are located on the right and left sides in the upper abdominal, near the back (National Kidney Disease Education Program (NKDEP), 2012). The kidneys play a major role of homeostasis within the body. A brief overview of the kidney include: the cortex which is the outer most layer and the medulla which is the inner most layer of the kidney. Inside of the medulla are renal pyramids, which consist of a network of millions of nephrons, sub-units that filter

system. This is an easier way to remove the stone if it is unable to be passed through the body naturally.Lithotripsy typically takes about 45 minutes to an hour for the procedure. After the procedure, the stones debris is removed from your kidneys or ureter, through urination. This procedure is efficient in many ways to the proper removal. It is also known as the traditional method of removing kidney

Nifedipine can be used to help patients pass kidney stones after shock wave lithotripsy. Nifedipine inhibits smooth muscle contractions in ureter; this allows for the stone to pass.1 There have been numerous studies that compared tamsulosin to nifedipine for kidney stones. One double blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial by Vicentini and colleagues compared adjuvant nifedipine, tamsulosin, or placebo after lithotripsy. They found that overall stone expulsion rates were 48.6% for nifedipine

In the human body, there are two kidneys located behind the peritoneum, on either side of the spine at the lowest level of the ribcage [1]. Each kidney is made up of millions of nephrons, which drain into a series of collecting ducts in the ureter and bladder. Each nephron consists of a glomerulus, which is made up of a system of tiny blood vessels used to filter blood plasma. Each glomerulus is attached to an unbranched tubule [1]. In the tubule, chemicals and water are either added or removed according

Participant The participants included all direct healthcare providers that were involved in the care of the patients. This included: the patients, loved ones, physicians, uscs, ancillary staffs, transporters, physical therapists(PT), occupational therapists (OT), and as well as, the nurse educator. PT and OT were included in this because they have to get many of these patients up who have a foley inserted, and a lots of times the foley bags are placed in the laps of these patients. This allows for

Pyelonephritis As kidney is one of the very important organ of the body, its dysfunction may result in the fatal consequences. Unlike any other disruption to the kidney, Pyelonephritis may introduce some serious problem to the elderly. It is an inflammation of the kidney. Though this disease is not prone to old people, most chronic cases occur in people over 60 years of age. Severe cases of pyelonephritis can lead to pyonephrosis (accumulation of purulent material around the affected kidney), systematic

Objective: Explain the pathophysiology of acute renal failure. Include prerenal, intrarenal, and postrenal causes- Pre Renal Impending problems or signs and symptoms involving malfunction of the renal system can be detected by: a. The inability of the patient to urinate known as anuria. b. Flank and side pain c. Painful urination (dysuria) d. Blood in the urine (hematuria) e. Diminished urine output or Urinary Retention f. A generalized feeling of weakness and malaise All of the preceding