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Rare case of triple kidney with horseshoe fusion

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract represent a heterogeneous group of malformations, often detected incidentally but occasionally associated with complications. Among them, the coexistence of a supernumerary kidney and a horseshoe configuration is exceptionally rare. We report the case of a 63-year-old man presenting with persistent left lumbar pain. Imaging demonstrated 3 kidneys: 2 partially fused in the left renal fossa, with the lower 1 additionally fused to a midline horseshoe kidney. All kidneys showed preserved parenchyma and function, with a few nonobstructive calculi and independent vascularization. This case emphasizes the importance of imaging in detecting and characterizing rare renal fusion anomalies, providing useful insights into their embryological and clinical significance.

Source: Radiology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2025.11.022

Authors: Salma El Aouadi, Basma Dghoughi, Soukaina Bahha, Ouaim Taibi, Ola Messaoud, Omar El Aoufir, Laila Jroundi, Zaynab Iraqi Houssaini

Institutions: Mohammed V University, Centre Hospitalier Ibn Sina

Language: English

Topic: Urological Disorders and Treatments

Subfield: Urology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $600