What is an Ectopic Kidney? An ectopic kidney is a congenital defect (observed at birth), where the kidney is located either below, opposite, or above the usual position. This defect occurs because ...

Q: Which doctor should I consult for ectopic kidneys? A: A family doctor may detect a bulge in the abdomen. A urologist can order imaging studies and detect the presence of ectopic kidneys.

The kidney will be in the pelvis instead of near the rib cage and upper back. It does not usually cause symptoms, but complications can sometimes occur. A pelvic or ectopic kidney is a kidney that ...

Diagnosis: Ectopic ureter draining into the vagina associated with a contralateral dysplastic kidney. Management: Laparoscopic nephrectomy of the left renal remnant and ligation of the left distal ...

Diagnosis Ectopic ureter draining into the vagina associated with a contralateral dysplastic kidney. Management Laparoscopic nephrectomy of the left renal remnant and ligation of the left distal ...

Ectopic dysplastic kidneys associated with ectopic ureters are uncommon and pose difficult diagnostic challenges, but they must be suspected in patients with incontinence associated with ...