Congenital kidney anomalies are the result of embryonic maldevelopment that dates back to
the fifth gestational week in humans. At this time-point, the metanephric mesenchyme, which …

Congenital abnormalities of the kidney and urinary tract are frequently observed in children
and represent a significant cause of morbidity and mortality. These conditions are …

Congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract (CAKUTs) are among the most frequent
organ malformations. They are a relevant cause of chronic renal failure in children and …

The human metanephros is the direct precursor of the mature kidney: It begins to form in the
fifth gestational week, when ureteric bud branches from the mesonephric duct; thereafter …

Congenital anomalies of the kidneys and urinary tract encompass the spectrum of disorders
that include the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. These abnormalities often lead to …

We review the condition termed 'unilateral renal agenesis'(URA), ie individuals born with
non-ectopic, solitary functioning kidneys (SFKs), with contralateral kidneys which fail to form …

Human kidney and lower urinary tract malformations are a major cause of chronic renal
failure in young children. Evidence is emerging that at least some of these disorders have a …

Novel genetic aspects of congenital anomalies of kidney and... : Current Opinion in Pediatrics
Novel genetic aspects of congenital anomalies of kidney and urinary tract : Current Opinion in …

Abnormal renal development results in congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract.
As many studies suggest that renal malformations are more often found on the left side, a …

Congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract are extremely common and are often
diagnosed prenatally. Abnormalities may result in hydronephrosis, whether unilateral or …