Exam questionKROK 1Medicine · 2017
Section shows significant enlargement of the patient’s right kidney. There is a nephrolith at the place of incision. Renal pelvic lumen is distended with accumulating urine. Renal parenchyma is acutely thinned out. What is the most correct diagnosis?
Answer options
- Renal cyst
- Pyelectasis
- Hydronephrosis
- Nephroblastoma
- Hydroureteronephrosis
Correct answer
Hydronephrosis
Explanation
Hydronephrosis is the swelling of a kidney due to a build-up of urine. It happens when urine cannot drain out from the kidney to the bladder from a blockage or obstruction.
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