I had to get my duplex kidney fixed due to chronic infections. Unfortunately my laparoscopic surgery turned into open surgery, and ended up with the loss of the kidney. I still don't regret it though because I was so sick all the time, and on antibiotics which I don't think is good for a body
Complications like this are rare too so chances are really strong this wouldn't happen to you.
Hello and hope you are doing well.
For any chronic infections of the kidney, you will be put on low dose antibiotics for extended periods. This will prevent infections and further damage to the kidneys.
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Thank you so much for your help! i will do some more research and talk to my doctor about what you have said. i am going into theatre in the next two weeks so my doctor can have a look at my bladder and see if everything is working fine. i have also been told that i may have to be on a low dose antibiotic daily for aprox 3 years... not too happy about it as i just want something done that will get rid of my problem completely.. not "maybe"
again, thank you for you help
Hello and hope you are doing well.
Normally a duplex kidney is detected incidentally and may not need any correction. However, If a duplicated kidney is associated with VUR, an ectopic ureter or a ureterocele, then surgical correction will be based on the associated abnormality. Discuss these options with your consulting doctor.
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