The kidneys are both protected and held in place by cushions of fat.In cases of rapid weight loss,the kidneys may drop to a lower position,possibly causing kinks in a nearby tubular organ.If this happens,urine will back up into the kidneys,severely damaging them.What organ(s)is/are most-likely kinked in this situation?
A)urethra
B)ureters
C)renal arteries
D)nephrons
E)renal veins

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The ureters are the tubular organs that connect the kidneys to the bladder and can be easily kinked, leading to urine back up into the kidneys in cases of rapid weight loss.

The Kidneys Are Both Protected and Held in Place by Cushions