Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are common infections that affect any part of the urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. They occur when bacteria, often from the skin or rectum, enter the urethra and infect the urinary tract .cdc.gov+1nypost.com+1 🔍 Symptoms UTI symptoms can vary based on the infection’s location: In older adults, […]
Ureteropelvic Junction (UPJ) The ureteropelvic junction is the area where the renal pelvis (the funnel-shaped part of the kidney that collects urine) meets the ureter, the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder. 📌 Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction (UPJO) UPJO is a condition where there is a narrowing or blockage at the UPJ,
Ureteral obstruction refers to a blockage of one or both ureters, the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder. This obstruction prevents normal urine flow and can lead to hydronephrosis (swelling of the kidney), kidney damage, or infection if not treated promptly. 🔍 Causes of Ureteral Obstruction ⚠️ Symptoms Depends on whether
