Shreya Das Shreya Das Asked 4 months ago

What is the function of the pelvis in the kidney?

My grandfather has some issues with his kidneys, and the doctor mentioned the 'renal pelvis'. I'm trying to visualize how the kidney works. What exactly is the function of the pelvis in the kidney?

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Deepa Singh Deepa Singh Joined May 2026 4 months ago
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My daughter had a kidney infection and the doctor explained the renal pelvis. It's like a funnel that collects all the urine from the kidney and then sends it to the bladder. So it's very important for drainage. We made sure she drank lots of water to keep it clear.

Akash Sharma Akash Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Honestly, at this point, my brain barely functions, let alone remembering kidney parts! But I think the renal pelvis is where all the pee collects before it goes to the bladder. It's basically the exit point for filtered stuff. So yeah, important!

Divya Sharma Divya Sharma Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

The renal pelvis basically collects the urine before it leaves the kidney. Important for proper fluid excretion. Staying well-hydrated, especially after workouts, helps keep everything flowing smoothly. And always listen to your doctor if you feel anything off.

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Meena Agarwal Meena Agarwal Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

The renal pelvis collects urine before it goes to the bladder. Agar isme blockage ho jaye toh problem ho sakti hai. Isliye agar kidney mein pain ya urine mein change lage, toh doctor ko dikhana. Tests thode costly ho sakte hain, par zaroori hai. Health is wealth, savings side mein rakh ke.

Siddharth Rao Siddharth Rao Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

The renal pelvis acts as a funnel-like structure in the kidney, collecting urine from the calyces and channeling it into the ureter towards the bladder. It's crucial for the proper excretion of waste. Any concerns should be discussed with a medical professional.

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