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Kidney Stones: Understanding Causes, Symptoms

Kidney stones, medicinally named nephrolithiasis or renal calculi, are hard mineral and salt stores that form in the kidneys or urinary tract. These stones can shift in size and sythesis, with the most well-known types being calcium oxalate and uric corrosive stones. As per research, kidney stones influence roughly 1 out of 11 individuals worldwide, […]

Updated on January 31, 2024      Admin

What Is DTPA Scan Everything You Need To Know

A DTPA scan, also known as a Renal DTPA scan, is a nuclear medicine exam used to measure the function of the kidneys and detect any sites of blockage. It involves the use of a small amount of radioactive material (radioisotope) called DTPA (Diethylenetriamine pentaacetate). What preparation is required for a Renal DTPA scan To […]

Updated on November 21, 2023      Admin

Kidney Transplant Procedure and Everything you Should Know

The transplantation  kidney is a surgery that is performed to replace the kidney which is diseased with the one which is not harmful from a donor. It may come from the living or deceased organ donor. It is known as a living transplant. People who donate can live healthy even with one kidney.   A […]

Updated on January 29, 2018      Admin