hydronephrosis

[ hahy-droh-nuh-froh-sis ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. dilation of the branches and pelvic cavity of the kidney, caused by an accumulation of urine resulting from obstruction of normal outflow.

Word History and Origins

Origin of hydronephrosis¹

First recorded in 1840–50; hydro- ¹ + nephrosis

Example Sentences

Walker’s youngest son was born with hydronephrosis, a kidney condition, which required surgery at six months old.

From Seattle Times

Soon afterward, Kharnak underwent a CT scan of her abdomen and pelvis, which yielded a disturbing finding: severe hydronephrosis of her left kidney.

From Washington Post

The hydronephrosis, which is treatable in earlier stages, was so severe that Kharnak’s left kidney had stopped functioning, although the cause of its failure was unknown.

From Washington Post

Known as hydronephrosis, the condition can lead to death for newborn babies.

From Time Magazine Archive

Her death was ascribed to chronic nephritis with myocarditis and hydronephrosis as complications.

From Time Magazine Archive