megaloureter /meg·a·lo·ure·ter/ (-u-re´ter) megaureter.
megaloureter
meg·a·lo·u·re·ter (m g  -l -y -r  tr, -yr -tr)n. A congenitally enlarged ureter without evidence of obstruction or infection. |
megaloureter
[meg′əlōyoo͡rē′tər]
Etymology: Gk, megas + oureter, ureter
an abnormal condition characterized by marked dilation of one or both ureters, resulting from dysfunctional peristaltic action of the smooth muscle in the ureters. Treatment may include surgical resection. Also called megaureter.
megaloureter
congenital ureteral dilatation without demonstrable cause.
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