Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pyelo
Adjective
/ˈpaɪ.ə.loʊ/
Definition
Relating to the renal pelvis, which is the part of the kidney that collects urine before it passes to the bladder.
Examples
- Pyelonephritis is an infection of the renal pelvis.
- The pyelo-ureteral junction is where the renal pelvis connects to the ureter.
Meaning
The term ‘pyelo’ refers specifically to aspects connected with the renal pelvis, typically used in medical contexts when discussing abnormalities, diseases, or procedures related to the kidney’s drainage system.
Synonyms
- renal pelvic
- kidney basin
