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Should I Opt For Surgery For The 37% Right Kidney And 63% Left Kidney Function?
Hi I have bilateral pUJ obstruction. my right kidney was operated before almost 3 years. After every 6 to 8 months I do have DTPA renal scan to check the functioning of kidney. but it is continuously decreasing and now split function of kidneys is right is 37% and left is 63%. what you suggest now. need to operate agin or what.
Thu, 29 Sep 2016
It is better to undergo surgery for puj obstruction. But don't go for kidney removal unless split function is less than 5%on worst side. All the best. if you have any questions feel free to contact me.
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