Renal calyx
Renal Calyx is a component of the kidney that plays a crucial role in the process of urine formation. It is a tube-like structure that is involved in the transport of urine from the kidney to the ureter.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The renal calyx is part of the renal pelvis, which is the funnel-shaped part of the ureter in the kidney. There are two types of renal calyces: the minor calyx and the major calyx. Each renal pyramid in the medulla of the kidney projects into a minor calyx. Several minor calyces converge to form a major calyx, and several major calyces converge to form the renal pelvis.
Function[edit | edit source]
The primary function of the renal calyx is to transport urine from the kidney to the ureter. The urine is produced in the renal pyramid, collected in the minor calyx, transferred to the major calyx, and then to the renal pelvis. From the renal pelvis, the urine is transported to the ureter and then to the bladder.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
Abnormalities or diseases of the renal calyx can lead to serious health problems. For example, kidney stones can form in the renal calyx and cause severe pain. Infections can also occur in the renal calyx, leading to pyelonephritis, a type of urinary tract infection that can cause kidney damage if not treated promptly.
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