1. What does the term 'retroperitoneal' mean regarding the position of the kidneys?
2. What is the primary role of the hilum in the external configuration of the kidney?
3. How does the internal structure of the kidney's cortex differ from that of the medulla?
Internal kidney structure?
Cortex, medulla, pyramids, calices, sinus
External kidney features?
Bean-shaped, convex lateral border, hilum medially
Kidney — position?
Retroperitoneal, T12-L3, right lower
Kidney — location?
Retroperitoneal, T12-L3, posterior abdominal wall.
Hilum — purpose?
Entry/exit of vessels, nerves, ureter.
Capsule fibro-graisseuse — function?
Protects and fixes the kidney.
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