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What is a megaureter? A megaureter means “big ureter” and is a descriptive term, not a diagnosis. The two important questions about megaureter are whether there is reflux (backwash) of urine causing the megaureter or whether there is blockage at the …
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What is a varicocele? A varicocele is a bunch of enlarged and swollen veins in the scrotum. These veins carry the blood from the testicle back toward the heart. They are similar to varicose veins of the leg. Varicoceles often form during the time of …
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The bladder is a hollow balloon-shaped organ, located in the pelvis, that stores urine until ready for release. Urine is produced in the kidneys and flows into the bladder through tubes called ureters. The bladder is mostly composed of muscle, which …