Extrinsic Obstruction of the Ureter
The ureter is a muscular tube that transfers urine from the kidney to the bladder. It is about 10 inches long, with the upper half in the belly and the lower half in the pelvic area. But what happens when the ureter becomes blocked?
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Overview
Extrinsic obstruction of the ureter is caused when organs press against the ureter, causing a blockage in the ureter. This affects the flow of urine out of the ureter. After some time, urine can build up, which can hurt the kidney.
The bladder and kidneys are part of the urinary system the organs in our bodies that produce, store and pass urine. You have 2 kidneys that produce urine. Then urine is stored in the bladder. The muscles in the lower part of your abdomen hold your bladder in place.
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The archived page carried these sections, in this order.
- How the Urinary Tract Works?
- Symptoms
- Causes
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- After Treatment
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