What are the causes of kidney hydronephrosis?
Hydronephrosis may be caused by non-disease factors such as congenital factors and urinary tract obstruction, or it may be caused by infectious diseases, urinary system stones, tumor compression, and other reasons. Here are the possible causes:
1. Congenital factors: If the kidney collecting system is incompletely separated or abnormally fused during embryonic development, there may be a narrowing of the renal pelvis-ureter junction after birth. When hydronephrosis occurs, it is recommended that patients promptly undergo relevant examinations at the hospital and cooperate with doctors to undergo surgical treatment.
2. Urinary tract obstruction: If the patient's lower urinary tract is damaged or deformed, it can easily lead to urine excretion disorders, thereby inducing the symptoms of hydronephrosis. Mild hydronephrosis can be treated with drugs prescribed by doctors, such as Cefixime Capsules and Levofloxacin Hydrochloride Tablets. For severe hydronephrosis, surgical treatment is required, such as open surgery or laparoscopic surgery.
1. Infectious diseases: As pathogenic bacteria invade the body and multiply, they can stimulate and damage local tissues, leading to a decrease in glomerular filtration rate and subsequently causing hydronephrosis. In this case, antibiotics can be prescribed by doctors for anti-inflammatory treatment, such as Amoxicillin Capsules and Cefradine Dispersible Tablets.
2. Urinary system stones: Excessive calcium and organic matter in the body can easily lead to stone formation. These stones can compress surrounding organs and cause hydronephrosis. For smaller stones, drinking plenty of water can promote their spontaneous excretion. If necessary, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy can also be used for treatment.
3. Tumor compression: If a person suffers from malignant tumors such as bladder cancer or prostate cancer, as the disease progresses, tumor cells may spread and even metastasize to the kidneys, causing compression and resulting in hydronephrosis. In such cases, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and other methods can be used to control disease progression, and targeted therapy can also be combined to improve symptoms.
In addition, it may also be related to factors such as uterine enlargement during pregnancy. It is recommended to seek medical attention to determine the specific cause and receive targeted treatment.
