bovenurinaire

Bovenurinaire is a term used primarily in Dutch medical contexts to refer to the upper portion of the urinary system, i.e., the kidneys and ureters. It is not a universally standardized term; many sources prefer “bovenste urinewegen” or simply “upper urinary tract.”

Anatomically, the upper urinary tract comprises the kidneys (nieren), the renal pelvis, and the ureters. This region is distinguished from the lower urinary tract, which includes the bladder and the urethra.

Common conditions attributed to the bovenurinaire region include pyelonephritis (kidney infection), hydronephrosis from obstruction, and nephrolithiasis affecting the upper tract. Congenital or acquired strictures at the ureteropelvic junction are examples of upper-tract pathology.

Diagnosis relies on urine testing and imaging, such as ultrasound or CT urography, to assess function and anatomy. Treatment depends on the condition and may involve antibiotics for infections, hydration, and interventions for obstruction, such as stenting or surgical repair.

In Dutch medical usage, the term bovenurinaire may appear in clinical notes or discussions of the upper urinary tract, but formal guidelines may prefer “bovenste urinewegen” or “upper urinary tract” to avoid ambiguity.