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Which kidney is big left or right?

Published in Kidney Anatomy 1 min read

The left kidney is generally slightly larger than the right kidney.

Kidney Size Comparison

According to the provided reference, there's a slight difference in size between the left and right kidneys:

  • Left Kidney: Approximately 11.2 cm in length.
  • Right Kidney: Approximately 10.9 cm in length.

This difference means the left kidney is typically a bit bigger.

Kidney Approximate Length
Left 11.2 cm
Right 10.9 cm

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