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Aging Changes in the Kidneys

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The kidneys filter the blood. Wastes are removed and excess fluid is disposed of as urine. The kidneys also play an important role in the chemical balance of the body. As with other organs, kidney function may be slightly reduced with aging.

The urinary system also includes the ureters and the bladder. Bladder control can be affected by muscle changes and changes in the reproductive system.


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Review Date : 12/23/2002
Reviewed By : Steven Angelo, M.D., Assistant Professor of Medicine, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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