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Is surgery needed for bilateral fetal hydronephrosis?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

This query is about my 19 weeks pregnant sister-in-law. She had a USG today and found bilateral moderate fetal hydronephrosis. Her gynecologist told her that the kid will require surgery after delivery. Can you please check the report and explain the situation? Is surgery required? If so, what is the outlook of surgery? Can this be life threatening for the kid after birth?

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Krishna Somani

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Dr. Krishna Somani is a Nephrologist with extensive years of clinical experience, currently pursuing his DM in Nephrology to advance his expertise in kidney care. He specializes in diagnosing and managing kidney diseases, performing diagnostic tests, and guiding patients through comprehensive treatment plans. Dr. Somani is committed to improving renal health outcomes through evidence-based care, patient education, and a compassionate, individualized approach to treatment.

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Hi,

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No, it is not life threatning. It has to be serially monitored every 15 days. Any intervention is usually successful after birth only and exact nature of urine obstruction also becomes clear after birth only.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Does it have to be serially monitored prenatally or after birth? Is there a chance of it getting corrected on its own?

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Krishna Somani

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Krishna Somani is a Nephrologist with extensive years of clinical experience, currently pursuing his DM in Nephrology to advance his expertise in kidney care. He specializes in diagnosing and managing kidney diseases, performing diagnostic tests, and guiding patients through comprehensive treatment plans. Dr. Somani is committed to improving renal health outcomes through evidence-based care, patient education, and a compassionate, individualized approach to treatment.

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Hi,

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No, it does not get corrected on its own. This needs urologic intervention monitor serially prenatally.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At April 4, 2018
Reviewed At April 25, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Krishna Somani is a Nephrologist with extensive years of clinical experience, currently pursuing his DM in Nephrology to advance his expertise in kidney care. He specializes in diagnosing and managing kidney diseases, performing diagnostic tests, and guiding patients through comprehensive treatment plans. Dr. Somani is committed to improving renal health outcomes through evidence-based care, patient education, and a compassionate, individualized approach to treatment.

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Dr. Krishna Somani is a Nephrologist with extensive years of clinical experience, currently pursuing his DM in Nephrology to advance his expertise in kidney care. He specializes in diagnosing and managing kidney diseases, performing diagnostic tests, and guiding patients through comprehensive treatment plans. Dr. Somani is committed to improving renal health outcomes through evidence-based care, patient education, and a compassionate, individualized approach to treatment.

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