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What Does Diffuse Renal Cortical Thinning On An Ultrasound Report Mean?
Hello, I am a 39 year old female with history of hypertension (began as pregnancy-induced). Just under 6 months ago I had blood & urine tests to check kidney function and all were normal and have been on Coversyl since. I had a kidney ultrasound a week ago and was shocked to find I have diffuse renal cortical thinning bilaterally , no hydronephrosis noted. I have just had blood & urine tests done and terrified! Is there any hope for me??
This means that the kidney has been scarred and amount of functioning nephrons has been reduced. We would strongly recommend that you get tested and check your kidney function tests like GFR, Creatinine, bun and all.
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What Does Diffuse Renal Cortical Thinning On An Ultrasound Report Mean?
Hello, This means that the kidney has been scarred and amount of functioning nephrons has been reduced. We would strongly recommend that you get tested and check your kidney function tests like GFR, Creatinine, bun and all. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.