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Our Services Midwest Nephrology Group, PLLC provides a full range of medical services for our patients in Mid-Del area and Eastern Oklahoma County communities. Our nephrologists specialize in diagnosing, managing, and providing treatment for the conditions that adversely affect the health of kidneys. We work with referring physicians to ensure patients receive the most accurate and advanced treatments to achieve the best possible outcome. Above all, we strive to show the utmost compassion for the needs of each and every person we serve. Below is a list of some the areas we specialize in:
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Kidney-Function Evaluation
Because kidney disease does not usually produce symptoms in its early stages, many patients who have deteriorating kidney function are unaware of it. Regular kidney-function evaluations can detect kidney problems in their earliest stages, and help slow damage.
Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) refers to the gradual loss of kidney function over a long period of time. The kidneys are responsible for eliminating waste and excess water from the body. Loss of kidney function causes a dangerous buildup of waste and fluid. Chronic kidney disease is most often associated with diabetes and high blood pressure, and requires prompt treatment to keep life-threatening complications from developing.
Kidney Stones
A kidney stone, also known as renal calculi or nephrolithiasis, is a hardened mass of mineral and acid salts that separates from the urine and travels through the urinary tract. The urine normally dilutes and dissolves these substances, but when the composition of urine is unbalanced, crystallized stones can form. Kidney stones are a common but painful urinary tract disorder and men are more likely than women to experience them. Kidney stones can cause severe pain, however they usually do not cause any permanent damage to the urinary tract or body.
Kidney Cancer
Kidney cancer is characterized by a tumor that begins in the kidneys, the bean-shaped organs that help remove excess water and waste from the body through urine. Cancer that originates in the kidneys is common, with more than 60,000 people in the United States diagnosed with it each year.
Kidney Failure
Kidney failure refers to a sudden or gradual decline in kidney function. It can result from a loss of blood flow to the kidneys, kidney damage or a blockage that prevents urine from flowing out of the kidneys. Sudden-onset kidney failure may be caused by an accident or surgical complications that cause trauma to the kidney. Other causes of kidney failure include severe dehydration, urine obstruction, or the use of certain medications.