Abnormal renal medulla morphology

http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/HP_0100957

Any structural abnormality of the medulla of the kidney. [ PMID:22343825 HPO:probinson ]

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UMLS:C4021911

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The renal pyramids of the adult kidney resemble a cone with a broad base adjacent to the renal cortex and the narrow apex that is termed papilla. The adult renal medulla is made up of 10-18 pyramids. A pyramid consists of the medullary collecting ducts, loops of Henle, vasa recta (straight capillaries) and the interstitium. The main function of the medulla is to regulate concentration of the urine. The urine flows from the collecting ducts into the renal calyces and pelvis.

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doelkens

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2011-12-12T10:02:15Z

definition

Any structural abnormality of the medulla of the kidney.

has alternative id

HP:0005582

has exact synonym

Abnormality of the renal medulla

HP:0100957

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Abnormal renal morphology