why do kidneys atrophy
The kidney failure is the main cause of atrophy of kidney. Besides, renal tuberculosis, renal artery stenosis and congenital aplasia can also lead to atrophy of kidney. We can make the conclusion that kidney failure can cause atrophy of kidney, and many other causes can lead to it. When patients have atrophy of kidney, they should do the further examinations to confirm the cause and get timely and proper treatment. Tag: Kidney Failure Symptoms.