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Calyceal diverticulum

泌尿外科

Common symptoms

尿频、脓尿、胸腔积液、血尿、尿痛、尿急

The pathology of disease

A calyceal diverticulum is a cystic cavity lined by transitional epithelium within the renal parenchyma, communicating with the pelvis or a calyx through a narrow channel. It has no secretory function but urine can reflux into it. First described by Rayer in 1841, it may be multiple, located anywhere in the kidney, though the upper calyx is more often involved.

Common Symptoms

Frequency; pyuria; pleural effusion; hematuria; dysuria; urgency

Causes

The cause is unclear; similar incidence in children and adults suggests an embryologic basis. In early embryogenesis certain 3rd and 4th ureteric branches form and then regress; if one persists as a separate branch it may form a diverticulum. By mechanism it is congenital or acquired; most childhood cases are congenital.

Treatment

Observation, surgery when symptomatic

Prevention

Treat stones and infection that complicate the diverticulum.

Recommended Department

It is recommended to visit the urology department; before the visit you may first book an appointment and connect with experts through this platform.

Warm reminder: The above information is provided for health education reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek care at a regular hospital in time.