What does "Interval development of marked hydronephrosis hydroureter" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.
"Interval development of marked hydronephrosis hydroureter" refers to a situation where there has been a change over a certain period of time, leading to a significant swelling of the kidney and the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder. This swelling is usually due to a buildup of urine that cannot flow out of the kidney to the bladder as it normally should. This condition can occur in one or both kidneys.
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