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What is the urinary tract? The urinary tract consists of the kidneys, each of which drains into the ureters, and finally the urine drains from the ureters into the bladder. A urinary tract infection can impact the bladder and/or kidneys. What is a urinary …
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What is an undescended testicle? The undescended testicle is the most common birth abnormality involving the male genitals. A testicle that does not occupy a dependent scrotal position at birth is undescended. The condition occurs in about 10% of …
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The kidneys are paired bean-like organs located in the back of the abdominal cavity in the retroperitoneum. The kidneys play a large role in the regulation of wastes, electrolytes, water, blood pressure and acid-base balance throughout the body. …