In over 90% of cases, diagnosis of duplex kidney does not require any treatment. For instance, if it causes no symptoms and does not pose any significant risks. In this situation, your doctor may suggest a “wait and see” approach. This means watching the condition over time with regular check-ups, so if any urinary problems come up later, they can be found and treated quickly.
If the kidney keeps working well and there are no symptoms like infections or wetting problems, no treatment may be needed, just continued monitoring.
This chapter contains general information about congenital malformations of the urinary tract. If you have any specific questions you should consult your doctor or other professional healthcare provider. No website or leaflet can replace a personal conversation with your doctor.
Last updated: July 2025
Reviewed by:
- Prof. Dr. Christian Radmayr (Guideline Panel on Paediatric Urology)
- Assoc. Prof. Muhammet Irfan Dönmez (YAU Working Group on Paediatric Urology)