Mild dilatation of this renal pelvis
What causes mild Pelviectasis?
Two of the more common causes for mild hydronephrosis and their effects are:
Ureteropelvic junction obstruction
, also referred to as UPJ obstruction, is the most common cause of hydronephrosis. With UPJ obstruction, the flow of urine from the kidney to the ureter is blocked. This can affect one or both kidneys.
How common is mild Pelviectasis?
Fetal pyelectasis is found in
approximately one percent of all pregnancies
, which makes it a relatively common finding. It is more often seen in male fetuses than female.
What is Pelvicaliectasis of the kidney?
Pelvicaliectasis is a term
used to describe a dilated renal pelvis and calyces
. It is not synonymous with the word hydronephrosis. Hydronephrosis is a term used to describe a dilated renal pelvis and calyces that are specifically caused by an obstructive process.
Is pyelectasis serious?
Pyelectasis and Other Health Risks
Babies with pyelectasis who are chromosomally normal (found not to have Down syndrome) have an
increased risk for urologic problems
that may require surgery after birth if the collection of fluid in the kidneys increases throughout pregnancy.
What is Pelviectasis of the kidney in adults?
Hydronephrosis is not a disease, but can be a radiographic sign of other kidney or bladder problems or developmental issues. Similar terms for less
severe kidney swelling
which are used interchangeably are pyelectasis or pelviectasis.
What is left renal Pelviectasis?
Renal pyelectasis literally means “pelvis dilation” of the kidney, and is defined as an
anteroposterior diameter of the renal pelvis of ≥ 4mm up to 20 weeks of gestation
.
What is mild bilateral fetal pyelectasis?
Fetal mild bilateral pyelectasis was considered when the
renal pelvis measured (in millimeters) ≥5.0 to 10.0, ≥7.0 to 10.0
, and ≥10.0 to 15 at ≤23 weeks 6 days, 24 to 31 weeks 6 days, and ≥32 weeks, respectively, with no uretero-calyceal dilatation.
Why is pyelectasis more common in males?
Several studies have noted an increased prevalence of pyelectasis in male fetuses. It is speculated that
pyelectasis represents a normal physiologic variant in males
, whereas its presence in females indicates an increased risk of chromosomal abnormalities.
What is the difference between pyelectasis and hydronephrosis?
Pyelectasis will resolve spontaneously more than 90 percent of the time
. If the blockage is more severe, your baby may need follow-up care and possibly surgery after delivery. If the obstruction is more severe, urine may back-up and collect in the kidneys. This is called hydronephrosis.
What is kidney sludge?
Sludge in kidney is a very rare finding. This sludge,
mimics renal stone
and may influence treatment options especially when it completely fills the whole upper collecting system. However, with percutaneous procedure we can completely clean the sludge by washing the system under direct vision.
Is Pelvicaliectasis the same as hydronephrosis?
Hydronephrosis is a term used to describe a
dilated renal pelvis and calyces
that are specifically caused by an obstructive process. Pelvicaliectasis exists when the renal pelvis and calyces are dilated without any evidence of obstruction. There are multiple causes of pelvicaliectasis and hydronephrosis.
What is mild dilatation?
Conclusions: Mild dilatation of the fetal urinary tract is
a common prenatal ultrasound finding
. When confined to the renal pelvis and/or calices it is of doubtful clinical significance and is associated with a low level of morbidity in infancy and early childhood.
Can pyelectasis be cured?
In 80% (8 out of 10) of pregnancies,
pyelectasis resolves during the pregnancy or after delivery without any treatment
.
Is pyelectasis common in male fetus?
Pyelectasis is a dilation of the renal pelvis. It is a relatively common ultrasound finding in fetuses and is
three times more common in male fetuses
. In most cases pyelectasis resolves normally, having no ill effects on the baby. The significance of pyelectasis in fetuses is not clear.
How can I find out my baby’s gender?
If you have a prenatal blood test (NIPT), you may be able to find out your baby’s sex
as early as 11 weeks of pregnancy
. Ultrasounds may reveal sex organs by 14 weeks, but they aren’t considered fully accurate until 18 weeks. If you have CVS at 10 weeks, the results will reveal your baby’s sex by 12 weeks.
