The kidney is an important organ in the human body, as well as a detoxifying and metabolic organ. If there is a problem with the kidney, the toxins in the body cannot be completely eliminated, which can be very harmful. After pregnancy, women become very sensitive and always worry about whether their fetus will have physical illnesses or kidney problems. Some fetuses are prone to left kidney separation. So, what does left kidney separation mean for fetuses?
The separation of the left kidney in the fetus indicates the accumulation of urine inside. In this case, the renal pelvis will widen. Of course, if the widening is not very severe, it is physiological and there is no need to worry. Generally, it will be absorbed. If the widening of the renal pelvis is significant and severe, there may be a problem of hydronephrosis, which requires immediate and appropriate treatment.
During each stage of pregnancy, the width of fetal renal pelvis separation varies. Generally, it is normal for fetal renal pelvis separation to be below 5-6 millimeters in the early 20s. The width of renal pelvis separation in late pregnancy is less than 10 millimeters. If the width of the renal pelvis separation exceeds 10 millimeters, B-ultrasound examination is required to rule out the possibility of fetal hydronephrosis.
Overall, left kidney separation may be physiological or pathological. If it is physiological, it does not require treatment and will naturally absorb and recover. If it is pathological, immediate examination and treatment are required. Women should pay attention to rest more, have a light diet, and maintain a good mentality during pregnancy.
