What is an intravenous pyelogram and kidney conditions
The IVP is an X ray of the kidneys and bladder after injecting dye to diagnose stones tumors and urinary blockages. It hurts no more than a needle in a vein. Floating kidney is rare and usually asymptomatic. surgery is only used if the sagging causes ureter kinking. Nephritis types are inflammatory. glomerulonephritis affects capillary tufts and pyelonephritis affects the kidney pelvis. Chronic pyelonephritis can occur at any age. prognosis depends on physician skill and patient cooperation.