Isolated renal hydatid disease causing ureteropelvic junction obstruction and massive destruction of kidney parenchyma

• DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2005.12.039
• Publication Date: 2006-06-07T02:55:54Z
• Authors: Ozgur Yaycioglu; Serife Ulusan; Umit Gul; Sezgin Guvel
• Keywords: Renal parenchyma; Ureteropelvic junction; Parenchyma

Isolated hydatid disease of the kidney is a rare condition that can be challenging to diagnose. We describe a case in which isolated renal hydatid disease obstructed the ureteropelvic junction, resulting in hydronephrosis and complete destruction of the renal parenchyma.