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An abscess is a pocket of pus that forms around an infection. Pus is a fluid made up of germs (bacteria), white blood cells, and other matter. Draining pus from an infected area or organ inside the body may be needed. This helps heal the infection.

Percutaneous nephrostomy is a procedure where a small tube (catheter) is put through your skin into your kidney to drain your urine. This procedure is done by a specially trained healthcare provider called an interventional radiologist.

A PET scan can show changes in how an organ or tissue works. This can help your healthcare provider diagnose problems and create a treatment plan for you. Here's what to expect from this procedure.

The renal artery is the main blood vessel that supplies your kidneys. If it's narrowed or blocked, you can have very high blood pressure or kidney problems. Renal angioplasty and stenting helps to widen this blood vessel. Here's what you can expect before, during, and after the procedure.

High blood pressure is known as the "silent killer" because it often has no symptoms. Healthy changes can help you lower your blood pressure. 

High blood pressure that isn't controlled can damage the walls of the blood vessels in your body, including those in the kidneys.

Learning the correct ways to bend, lift, and carry objects may help relieve back strain. It will also help you protect your back after your baby is born. Remember, if you’re having trouble protecting your back, it’s OK to ask the people around you for help!

Did you know that standing, sitting, or lying in certain ways can lead to back pain? To ease pain, use positions that support your body comfortably.

Your care team showed you how to change your pouch in the hospital after your surgery. This sheet helps you remember the steps you need to follow to change your pouch.