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What is upj obstruction?

Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction is a blockage in the area that connects the renal pelvis (part of the kidney) to one of the tubes (ureters) that move urine to the bladder.

Alternative Names:

Ureteropelvic junction obstruction; UP junction obstruction; Obstruction of the ureteropelvic junction

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UPJ obstrution? - Kidney Disease & Disorders Community

- Jul 31, 2009
Hello I am 16 years old and I've been having kidney problems since september 08. It all sta...

UPJ Obstruction - Kidney Disease & Disorders Community

- Jul 28, 2009
My son is 17 years old & has been diagnosed with UPJ obstruction in his right kidney. We sa...

How do I relieve hydronephrosis caused by cronic UPJ obstruction? - Urology Community

- Jul 25, 2009
I have had two pyleoplasty operations by neith seems to have worked. Today is my fourth da...

pain at injection site of allergy shot after 2 weeks - Allergy Community

- Oct 10, 2006
I have been getting allergy shots in both arms for 1 year with great results in relieving a...

unexplained pircing infection - Beauty & Cosmetics Community

- Jul 03, 2007
I got my belly pirced four years agoand before last week it had only gotten infected once b...

3 1/2 year old, UPJ, pees himself - Urology Expert Forum

- May 09, 2008
My son is 3 1.2 and generally potty trained, he hasn't had accidents once he got the hang o...

enlarged kidney - Kidney Disease & Disorders Community

- Sep 11, 2008
I have an enlarged kidney on my right side. It has me very worried. what shall I do?

Result of renal pelvic wahing - Urology Expert Forum

- Sep 20, 2009
Hello, My name is Carrie and I am a 47 year old woman. I was diagnosed a few months ago w...

UPJ Obstruction - Urology Expert Forum

- Jan 01, 1995
Subject: UPJ Obstruction Forum: The Urology Forum Hi! Welcome Back! I like your n...

renal scan on 12 year old - Kidney Disease & Disorders Community

- Jun 20, 2008
My daughter is getting a lasik renal scan because she has moderate dilation on her right ki...
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