Kidney

Kidney health falls under two medical specialties: urology and nephrology. At The Urology Foundation we focus on the urology side of kidney health.

While both urology and nephrology deal with kidney-related conditions, urology focuses on structural and surgical issues (including kidney cancer, kidney stone removal and structural problems or injury), while nephrology deals with kidney function and medical management for conditions affecting the kidneys’ ability to filter blood and maintain fluid balance (such as chronic kidney disease, kidney failure, kidney infections and inflammation and dialysis management).

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Kidney cancer

Kidney cancer, also known as renal cancer, starts in the kidneys which are located in the middle of the back on each side of the spine. Around 13,800 people are diagnosed with kidney cancer in the UK every year. It is more common in older people and in males

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Kidney stones

Kidney stones are hard deposits of minerals or salts that form in your kidneys. They can be very painful and can lead to kidney infections or kidney damage if left untreated.

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Our stories

Urology diseases can affect people’s lives in profound, sometimes devastating ways. Yet, behind each case is often an account of bravery, medical excellence, and even recovery.

Your stories are important. Through understanding the experiences of people affected by urology diseases, we can take action to drive real change. We’d love to hear from you about your experiences.

 

 

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