Congenital Hydronephrosis

Overview

A rare kidney disorder that is present at birth and involves enlargement of the part of the ureter closest to the kidney due to obstruction of the flow of urine out of the kidney. The severity of the condition is determined by the degree of obstruction.

Symptoms

  • Enlarged ureter 
  • Electrolyte imbalance 
  • Increased urine pH 
  • Enlarged kidney
  • Abdominal pain

Diagnosis

signs and symptoms of Hydronephrosis congenital may vary on an individual basis for each patient. Only your doctor can provide adequate diagnosis of any signs or symptoms and whether they are indeed Hydronephrosis congenital symptoms.