Related Conditions and Treatments
Acute Kidney Injury
Condition
Acute kidney injury is when a child’s kidneys suddenly stop working from an infections, disruption of blood flow, surgery, or exposure to medications.
Addison's Disease
Condition
Addison’s disease is a rare disease in which the adrenal glands aren’t functioning properly, causing a hormonal disorder.
Chronic Kidney (Renal) Disease
Condition
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) refers to the kidney’s progressive inability to perform its functions, regardless of the cause.
DMSA Renal Kidney Scan
Treatment
A DMSA renal scan is a nuclear medicine test that shows pictures of the kidneys and how they are working.
Edema
Condition
Edema refers to swelling in the body’s tissues caused by a buildup of fluid.
Glomerular Filtration Rate Test (GFR)
Treatment
A glomerular filtration rate test (GFR) is a nuclear medicine test that measures the function of the kidneys.
Glomerulonephritis
Condition
Glomerulonephritis is kidney disease where small structures in the kidneys become inflamed and impair the kidney's ability to filter urine.
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP)
Condition
Henoch-Schonlein purpura (HSP) is a form of vasculitis, a condition that involves inflammation of the blood vessels.
Horseshoe Kidney
Condition
Horseshoe kidney is a condition in which the kidneys are fused together at the lower end or base.
Hydronephrosis
Condition
Hydronephrosis isn’t a specific diagnosis. Instead, it’s a finding that shows that urine is overfilling the kidney.
Hypertension
Condition
Hypertension (high blood pressure) refers to how hard the blood is pushing against the walls of the artery through which it flows — not how quickly it flows.
Intravenous Pyelogram
Treatment
An intravenous pyelogram (IVP) is a minimally invasive procedure that uses x-ray to visualize the kidneys, ureters, and bladder.
Kidney Dialysis
Treatment
Kidney dialysis helps the body filter blood because of issues with the kidneys.
Kidney Failure
Condition
Kidney failure refers to damage to the kidneys that results in loss of normal kidney function.
Kidney Stones
Condition
Kidney stones are small, hard deposits of mineral and acid salts formed within the urinary tract.
Lower Urinary Tract Obstruction (LUTO)
Condition
Lower urinary tract obstruction (LUTO) is when the fetus can’t normally and routinely empty its bladder.
Midaortic Syndrome
Condition
Midaortic syndrome is a very rare condition in which part of the aorta that runs through the chest and abdomen narrows.
Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney
Condition
Multicystic dysplastic kidney is a condition in which the kidney has been essentially replaced by multiple cysts.
Nephrectomy
Treatment
A nephrectomy is a surgical procedure to remove a kidney that is diseased or not functioning properly.
Nephrotic Syndrome (Kidney Disease)
Condition
Nephrotic syndrome (NS) is the name given to a collection of kidney-related findings in your child’s body.
Polycystic Kidney Disease
Condition
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts filled with fluid in the kidneys.
Renal Artery Stenosis
Condition
Renal artery stenosis is when one or more of the vessels carrying blood to the kidneys become narrowed.
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Children and Babies
Condition
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection in the urinary tract that can cause discomfort and complications in your child.
Learn more about Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Children and Babies
Vasculitis
Condition
Vasculitis, also called angiitis or arteritis, is an umbrella term for more than a dozen conditions, all of which involve inflammation of the blood vessels.
Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
Condition
Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is the result of abnormal formation of the normal valve between the kidney and bladder.
Voiding Cystourethrogram (VCUG)
Treatment
A voiding cystourethrogram is a special x-ray to visualize your child's urinary tract and bladder.
Wilms Tumor
Condition
Wilms tumor is a cancerous tumor in the cells of the kidney.