hydronephrosis

Definition / meaning of hydronephrosis

Abnormal enlargement of a kidney, which may be caused by blockage of the ureter (such as by a kidney stone) or chronic kidney disease that prevents urine from draining into the bladder.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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