Right sided nephrostomy tube

What does "Right sided nephrostomy tube" 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.

Explanation

A "right sided nephrostomy tube" is a medical device that doctors use to help a person's body get rid of urine when it can't do so on its own. The tube is inserted through the skin and into the right kidney, which is where urine is produced. This procedure is usually done when there is a blockage that prevents urine from leaving the body in the normal way. The tube allows the urine to bypass the blockage and exit the body.

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