Duplicated collecting system epidemiology and demographics
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Overview
Epidemiology and Demographics
Epidemiology and Demographics
Duplicated collecting system is the most common upper urinary tract anomaly, affecting nearly 15% of the population. [1] [2] [3]
References
References
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- ↑ Callahan MJ. The drooping lily sign. Radiology. 2001 Apr;219(1):226-8.
- ↑ Sheth S and Fishman E. Multi-detector row CT of the kidneys and urinary tract: techniques and applications in the diagnosis of benign diseases. RadioGraphics 2004;24:e20.
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