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  • Hemodialysis for Teens


    Hemodialysis is the type of kidney dialysis that doctors use most to take over the kidneys' job of filtering the blood. Find out more in this article for teens.

  • Urine Test: Microalbumin-to-Creatinine Ratio for Parents


    The microalbumin-to-creatinine ratio test is most commonly used to screen for kidney problems in teens with diabetes. It may also be used to monitor kidney function in kids and teens who have a kidney disease.

  • Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR) for Parents


    This problem with the urinary tract causes urine to flow backward from the bladder to the kidneys. Most cases can be treated effectively, and many kids outgrow the condition.

  • Urine Test: 24-Hour Analysis for Kidney Stones for Parents


    This test can show if certain substances are found at high concentrations in the urine, and might be causing kidney stones.

  • Peritoneal Dialysis for Teens


    This medical treatment helps people with kidney failure. It can be done at home, often overnight, to take over the kidneys' job of filtering blood. Find out more in this article for teens.

  • Tuberous Sclerosis Complex for Parents


    Tuberous sclerosis complex is a genetic condition that causes the growth of benign tumors. Symptoms can range from mild to severe.

  • Health Care Providers: Urologists for Parents


    A urologist, sometimes called a urologic surgeon, is a doctor who studies, diagnoses, and treats problems that affect the urinary tract, kidneys, and genitourinary system.

  • Your Urinary System for Kids


    You pee every day, but what makes it happen? Find out in this article for kids about the urinary system.

  • Wilms Tumor for Parents


    Wilms tumor is a cancer of the kidneys that usually affects newborns and the very young. Fortunately, most kids with Wilms tumor survive and go on to live normal, healthy lives.

  • Blood in the Urine (Hematuria) for Teens


    Hematuria is pretty common, and most of the time it's not serious. Find out what causes blood in the urine and what to do about it.