Related Conditions and Treatments
Acute Kidney Injury
Condition
Acute kidney injury is when a child’s kidneys suddenly stop working from an infections, disruption of blood flow, surgery, or exposure to medications.
Addison's Disease
Condition
Addison’s disease is a rare disease in which the adrenal glands aren’t functioning properly, causing a hormonal disorder.
Chronic Kidney (Renal) Disease
Condition
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) refers to the kidney’s progressive inability to perform its functions, regardless of the cause.
DMSA Renal Kidney Scan
Treatment
A DMSA renal scan is a nuclear medicine test that shows pictures of the kidneys and how they are working.
Edema
Condition
Edema refers to swelling in the body’s tissues caused by a buildup of fluid.
Glomerular Filtration Rate Test (GFR)
Treatment
A glomerular filtration rate test (GFR) is a nuclear medicine test that measures the function of the kidneys.
Glomerulonephritis
Condition
Glomerulonephritis is kidney disease where small structures in the kidneys become inflamed and impair the kidney's ability to filter urine.
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP)
Condition
Learn more about Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. Request an appointment for Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) with experts at Boston Children's Hospital at 617-355-6000.
Horseshoe Kidney
Condition
Learn more about Horseshoe Kidney symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. Request an appointment for Horseshoe Kidney with experts at Boston Children's Hospital at 617-355-6000.
Hydronephrosis
Condition
Hydronephrosis isn’t a specific diagnosis. Instead, it’s a finding that shows that urine is overfilling the kidney.
Hypertension
Condition
Learn more about Hypertension symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. Request an appointment for Hypertension with experts at Boston Children's Hospital at 1-617-355-6129.
Intravenous Pyelogram
Treatment
An intravenous pyelogram (IVP) is a minimally invasive procedure that uses x-ray to visualize the kidneys, ureters, and bladder.
Kidney Stones
Condition
Kidney stones are small, hard deposits of mineral and acid salts formed within the urinary tract.
Midaortic Syndrome
Condition
Midaortic syndrome is a very rare condition in which part of the aorta that runs through the chest and abdomen narrows.
Renal Artery Stenosis
Condition
Renal artery stenosis is when one or more of the vessels carrying blood to the kidneys become narrowed.
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Children and Babies
Condition
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection in the urinary tract that can cause discomfort and complications in your child.
Learn more about Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Children and Babies
Voiding Cystourethrogram (VCUG)
Treatment
A voiding cystourethrogram is a minimally invasive test that uses a special x-ray technology to visualize your child's urinary tract and bladder.