Kidney and Ureter Injury treatment in Cuauhtémoc

Kidney and ureter injury refers to damage to these organs of the urinary system, which may arise from trauma, a complication during a procedure, or an obstruction.

Common symptoms: Pain in the flank or the abdomen, blood in the urine, difficulty urinating, or a general feeling of being unwell, depending on the cause and severity.

When to see a doctor? Severe low back pain, the presence of blood in the urine, or a blow to the area require timely evaluation.

Which specialist treats it? The urologist and the nephrologist evaluate these injuries, and in children the pediatric nephrologist takes part. In the face of signs of urinary damage, a professional review makes it possible to guide the appropriate management.