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(N27.0) Small kidney, unilateral
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116 061 in individuals diagnosis small kidney, unilateral confirmed
8 485 deaths with diagnosis small kidney, unilateral
7% mortality rate associated with the disease small kidney, unilateral
Diagnosis small kidney, unilateral is diagnosed Women are 28.37% more likely than Men
41 568
Men receive the diagnosis small kidney, unilateral
4 222 (10.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis small kidney, unilateral
4 263 (5.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease small kidney, unilateral - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features small kidney, unilateral
Absence or low individual and public risk
Small kidney, unilateral - what does this mean
Small kidney, unilateral is a condition in which one of the kidneys is smaller than the other. this can be caused by a number of different factors, including congenital malformation, trauma, or a medical condition such as polycystic kidney disease. in some cases, the cause may be unknown. treatment for this condition depends on the underlying cause and may include medications, surgery, or lifestyle changes.
What happens during the disease - small kidney, unilateral
Small kidney, unilateral is a condition where one kidney is significantly smaller than the other. this can be due to a congenital defect, a trauma, or a medical condition such as polycystic kidney disease or renal artery stenosis. in some cases, the small kidney may be non-functioning, which can lead to renal failure and further complications. treatment typically involves addressing the underlying cause, such as surgery or medication, and monitoring the patient's kidney function.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Urine test
- Blood test
- Ultrasound
- CT scan
- MRI
- Biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the size of the kidney and improve its functioning.
- Prescribe appropriate medication to manage the symptoms.
- Perform regular imaging tests to monitor the size of the kidney.
- Encourage the patient to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- Refer the patient to a specialist for further evaluation.
- Provide dietary advice to reduce the risk of kidney damage.
- Prescribe a low-salt diet to reduce fluid retention.
- Encourage the patient to drink plenty of fluids.
- Prescribe diuretics to reduce fluid retention.
- Refer the patient to a nephrologist for further treatment.
- Perform surgery to remove the affected kidney.
11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Small kidney, unilateral - Prevention
Unilateral small kidney can be prevented by maintaining a healthy lifestyle, such as eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. additionally, regular check-ups and screenings can help to identify any potential problems before they become more serious.