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(Q60.0) Renal agenesis, unilateral
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114 222 in individuals diagnosis renal agenesis, unilateral confirmed
8 015 deaths with diagnosis renal agenesis, unilateral
7% mortality rate associated with the disease renal agenesis, unilateral
Diagnosis renal agenesis, unilateral is diagnosed Men are 15.95% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis renal agenesis, unilateral
4 242 (6.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis renal agenesis, unilateral
3 773 (7.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease renal agenesis, unilateral - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-39, 45-64, 70-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 40-44, 65-69, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 70-74, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69, 75-94
Disease Features renal agenesis, unilateral
Absence or low individual and public risk
Renal agenesis, unilateral - what does this mean
Renal agenesis, unilateral is a congenital condition that occurs when one of the two kidneys fails to develop in the womb. it is caused by a genetic mutation or an environmental factor, and can lead to complications such as hypertension, recurrent urinary tract infections, and renal failure.
What happens during the disease - renal agenesis, unilateral
Renal agenesis is a congenital condition in which one of the kidneys does not form properly during fetal development. this can be caused by a variety of genetic and environmental factors, including mutations in certain genes, exposure to toxins, or a disruption in the normal development of the urogenital system. the lack of a functioning kidney can lead to hypertension, electrolyte imbalances, and other complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Ultrasound imaging
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Computed tomography (CT) scan
- Renal scan
- Intravenous pyelogram (IVP)
- Voiding cystourethrogram (VCUG)
- Urine tests
- Blood tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To treat the renal agenesis, unilateral.
- Identify the underlying cause of the renal agenesis, unilateral.
- Undergo imaging studies to assess the condition.
- Prescribe medications to reduce the risk of infection.
- Provide nutritional support to maintain kidney function.
- Monitor kidney function through regular laboratory tests.
- Perform dialysis or kidney transplant if necessary.
- Provide lifestyle advice to reduce the risk of complications.
- Provide psychological support to cope with the condition.
8 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Renal agenesis, unilateral - Prevention
Renal agenesis, unilateral can be prevented by taking steps to ensure a healthy pregnancy, such as avoiding smoking, alcohol, and drugs, maintaining a healthy weight, and following a healthy diet. it is also important to seek early medical care if any pregnancy complications arise.