Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

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Chapter 26 - The Urinary System - Figure 26.9 - Page 993: 1

Answer

The tumor in the right ureter would increase the CHP on that side.

Work Step by Step

This increase in pressure opposing the glomerular blood hydrostatic pressure (GBHP) would result in decreased net filtration pressure (NFP) in the right kidney.
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