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Lumbar herniation of the kidney
1Department of Urology, University of California, San Francisco 94143.
The Journal of Urology
|September 1, 1988
Summary
Lumbar herniation of a kidney can cause intermittent ureteropelvic junction obstruction. Surgical repair of the defect resolved the obstruction, offering a potential treatment for this rare condition.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Urology
- Surgical Case Report
Background:
- Kidney herniation is a rare condition where the kidney protrudes through an abdominal defect.
- Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction can lead to significant renal complications.
- Intermittent UPJ obstruction poses diagnostic challenges.
Observation:
- A case of lumbar herniation of the kidney was identified.
- The herniation was associated with intermittent ureteropelvic junction obstruction.
- The patient presented with symptoms related to the obstruction.
Findings:
- Surgical repair of the lumbodorsal fascial defect was performed.
- The surgical intervention successfully addressed the kidney herniation.
- Post-operative resolution of the ureteropelvic junction obstruction was achieved.
Implications:
- This case highlights lumbar kidney herniation as a potential cause of UPJ obstruction.
- Surgical correction of the fascial defect can be an effective treatment.
- Further research may elucidate the pathophysiology and optimal management of this rare entity.