The absence of urine formation by the kidneys.

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The progressive loss of renal function over months or years.

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Inflammation of the bladder.

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A stone located in the urinary bladder.

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A procedure to remove waste products from the blood of patients whose kidneys no longer function.

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The increased output of urine.

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Excessive fluid accumulation in body tissues.

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The involuntary discharge of urine.

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A form of nephritis caused by inflammation of the glomeruli that causes red blood cells and proteins to leak into the urine.

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A procedure that filters waste products directly from the patient's blood to replace the function of damaged kidneys.

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The inability to control the excretion of urine and/or feces.

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The microscopic functional units of each kidney where urine is produced through the processes of filtration, reabsorption, and secretion.

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The presence of a stone or stones in the kidney.

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The freeing of a kidney from adhesions.

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