Kidney stones in the upper part of the ureter would produce pain referred to which anatomical area?
A) Vulva or penis
B) Umbilicus
C) Thighs
D) Lower abdomen

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Kidney stones in the upper part of the ureter would produce pain in the umbilicus.Sensory innervation for the upper part of the ureter arises from the tenth thoracic nerve roots with referred pain to the umbilicus.The other options would not experience such referred pain.

Kidney Stones in the Upper Part of the Ureter Would