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Nephroptosis is rare and abnormal condition in which the kidney drops down (ptosis) into the pelvis when the patient stands up. It is more common in women than in men. It has been one of the most controversial conditions in terms of both its diagnosis and its treatments.
Ptosis (from Greek πτῶσις 'falling, a fall, dropped') refers to droopiness or abnormal downward displacement of a body part or organ. Particular cases include: Ptosis (eyelid) Ptosis (chin) Ptosis (breasts) Visceroptosis, of the abdominal viscera Gastroptosis, of the stomach; Nephroptosis, of the kidney
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The condition can also cause high levels of protein in the mother's urine, which can lead to dehydration, kidney disease and immune disorders.
"Ptosis" being the defining term, any or all of the organs may be displaced downward. When only the intestines are involved, the condition is known as enteroptosis. When the stomach is found below its normal position, the term gastroptosis is used. The condition exists in all degrees of severity and may not give rise to any adverse symptoms.
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