Morcellation devices in surgery. Laparoscopic morcellation is commonly used at surgery to remove bulky specimens from the abdomen using minimally invasive techniques. Historically, morcellation was performed using a device that required the surgeon or assistant to manually 'squeeze' the handle.
Endocrine functions of the kidneys. The kidneys produce three important hormones: erythropoietin, calcitriol (1,25- dihydroxycholecalciferol) and renin. They also synthesize prostaglandins, which affect many processes in the kidneys.
Hormone Production. Kidney Structure and Function ï Typical mammalian kidney is crescent shaped with 2 layers: ï Renal Cortex ï Renal Medulla â¦ Renal Pyramids ï papilla. Kidney Structure and Function ï Once urine is formed, it passes into a cavity called the minor calyx. ï Multiple minor calyces drain into the major calyx. ï The major calyx empties into ureters that drain the kidney. ï From there, the ureters empty into the urinary bladder where urine is stored.