The Ask-Upmark kidney is a segmental hypoplasia of the kidney, which is most often caused by vesicoureteral reflux (VUR).
Segmental hypoplasia with scarring of the renal parenchyma leads to renin release, secondary hyperaldosteronism and arterial hypertension.
The unilateral Ask-Upmark kidney can be treated with unilateral nephrectomy. With bilateral involvement, medical treatment of arterial hypertension and renal insufficiency is necessary.
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Dr. med. Dirk Manski
man...@urologielehrbuch.de