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Renal Abnormality - Horseshoe Kidney

In the horseshoe kidney there is fusion of the lower poles of the kidney.

  • During migration from the sacral region the two metanephric blastemas can come into contact mainly at the lower pole.
  • The ureters pass in front of the zone of fusion of the kidneys.
  • The kidneys and ureters usually function reasonably.
  • Increased incidence of upper urinary tract obstruction or infection.
  • Some horseshoe variations have been described as having associated ureter abnormalities including duplications.


Links: Renal Abnormalities | Renal System Development

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