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What about the failed kidneys ? (Or) Write about the failure of kidneys.

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1) In most cases the old kidneys will not be removed.
2) This is because even failed kidneys release chemicals that help the body work.
3) However if those kidneys have a disease that cause on going problems such as persistent kidney infections or intestinal blockage, then the transplanting would be considered removing the old kidney .
4) The two most common medical conditions requiring "native nephrectomy" or "congenital reflux" disease and polycystic disease.
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