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Vesicoureteral Reflux

Kymberly Mayfield. Vesicoureteral Reflux. Vesicoureteral Reflux. Urine from the bladder flows back into the ureters and the kidneys. How Does Vesicoureteral Reflux Affect The Body?. Swollen Kidneys Widening of the ureters May cause a urinary tract infection.

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Vesicoureteral Reflux

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  1. Kymberly Mayfield Vesicoureteral Reflux

  2. Vesicoureteral Reflux • Urine from the bladder flows back into the ureters and the kidneys.

  3. How Does Vesicoureteral Reflux Affect The Body? • Swollen Kidneys • Widening of the ureters • May cause a urinary tract infection

  4. What Causes Vesicoureteral Reflux? • The usual mechanism that prevents the back flow of urine malfunctions

  5. Treatments and Cures • Grades 1-3 with usually resolve themselves but medications can be taken to speed up the process • Grades 4 and 5 will usually require surgery

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