A rare case of gigantic calyx dilatation manifested as renal ectopia

Int Urol Nephrol. 1995;27(4):365-7. doi: 10.1007/BF02550069.

Abstract

We present a very rare case of gigantic hydrocalycosis which was caused by an obstructed stone. It was so large that it displaced the rest kidney into the contralateral lumbar fossa giving the appearance of a crossed ectopic kidney.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Dilatation, Pathologic
  • Humans
  • Kidney Calculi / complications*
  • Kidney Diseases, Cystic / complications*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged