Unilateral nephrectomy for hydronephrosis in a pet rabbit.
A young rabbit was diagnosed with unilateral hydronephrosis. The affected kidney was surgically removed. Nearly 3 years after the nephrectomy, the rabbit is doing well. The diagnosis, surgery, and pathophysiology of unilateral renal obstruction are discussed in this article.
Rhody
Jeffrey L
JL
Lakeside Veterinary Center, Laurel, MD 20707, USA. lakesidevc@eartlink.net
D000818:Animals; D005260:Female; D006869:Hydronephrosis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery / Q000662:veterinary*; D009392:Nephrectomy / Q000379:methods / Q000662:veterinary*; D011817:Rabbits / Q000601:surgery*; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014463:Ultrasonography