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Definition of Hydronephrosis

Hydronephrosis: Distention of the kidney with urine. Due to obstruction of urine outflow (for example, by a stone blocking the ureter, the tube going from the kidney to the bladder).

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 3/26/1998 2:25:00 PM

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