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The complete absence of one (unilateral) or both (bilateral) kidneys. Agenesis means "without a beginning". Also known as Potter's Syndrome, bilateral renal agenesis is the complete absence of both kidneys. Severe oligohydramnios (too little amniotic fluid) results, causing growth retardation, typical 'Potter's facies' (beak-like nose, receding chin, and large, low-set ears), and pulmonary hypoplasia (failure of the lungs to reach full size). This condition is incompatible with life.

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Potter's Syndrome Webring - Information on joining the ring. Renal Agenesis and Hypoplastic Lung Syndrome - Description, clinical features, and management. Development - Summary of a study titled "Renal agenesis and hypodysplasia in ret-k- mutant mice result from defects in ureteric bud development". Potter's Syndrome Support Group - Discussion forum at Delphi. Registration required to participate. West Midlands Perinatal Institute Site: Renal Agenesis - Description of the anomaly. Renal Agenesis Surveillance -- United States - Results of a study using data from the Birth Defects Monitoring Program. eMedicine - Potter Syndrome - Includes an introduction, clinical differentials, treatment, medication, and follow-up.

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