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.
Parenchyme rénal — components?
Cortex and medulla.
Pyramids rénales — contains?
Collecting ducts in renal medulla.
Ureter — course?
From renal pelvis, crosses iliac vessels to bladder.
Vascular supply — main artery?
Renal artery (78% cases).
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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?
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