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Renal function in experimental chronic hydronephrosis. II. Backflow studies with radionuclides.

L Olsen, L Bäcklund, M Göransson

    Scandinavian Journal of Urology and Nephrology
    |January 1, 1975
    PubMed
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    Renal pelvic backflow in hydronephrosis is influenced by molecule size and pelvic pressure. Larger molecules and lower pressures reduce backflow into circulation and lymph.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nephrology
    • Experimental Medicine
    • Physiology

    Background:

    • Chronic hydronephrosis impairs renal function.
    • Understanding renal pelvic backflow is crucial for managing kidney disease.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the impact of molecular size and renal pelvic pressure on backflow in experimental hydronephrosis.
    • To quantify the passage of substances from the renal pelvis into systemic and lymphatic circulation.

    Main Methods:

    • Radioactively labeled substances of varying molecular weights (600, 5,200, 68,000 Da) were introduced into the hydronephrotic renal pelvis of dogs.
    • Three distinct renal pelvic pressure levels were applied.
    • Isotope concentrations were measured in thoracic duct lymph, blood, and contralateral kidney urine.

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    Main Results:

    • The majority of tested substances entered the blood circulation, with a smaller fraction found in lymphatic ducts.
    • Larger molecules (68,000 Da) showed significant backflow only at the highest renal pelvic pressure.
    • Backflow was greater (10-15%) in kidneys with low-grade hydronephrosis and preserved function, decreasing with advanced hydronephrosis and impaired renal function.

    Conclusions:

    • Renal pelvic backflow is pressure-dependent and molecule size-specific.
    • Hydronephrosis severity and associated renal dysfunction significantly reduce the extent of backflow.
    • These findings have implications for understanding solute transport and potential therapeutic interventions in hydronephrotic kidneys.