Patient's question:
My grandfather went to the hospital for a thorough check-up, and the doctor said that my grandfather's kidneys have now experienced multiple swellings. This condition is quite serious, but if treated early, there is a good chance of recovery. How did this happen? Does this require surgery? What are the consequences of kidney atrophy?Doctor's answer:
The causes of kidney atrophy are commonly seen in renal artery stenosis, prolonged urinary tract obstruction, renal artery thrombosis, reflux nephropathy, renal tuberculosis, and other factors. If patients with kidney atrophy do not receive effective treatment, it may lead to a recurrence of kidney failure, endangering their lives. For the treatment of kidney atrophy, the primary focus should be on treating the underlying disease, removing the causative factors, actively adopting additional medications, and resorting to surgical treatment when necessary.