In terms of embryological development of a fetus, they are intertwined. It's very neat and also kind of explains why the OP has a missing kidney and ovary (I'm guessing on the same side)
I don't really feel like explaining it all, haha, but one interesting fact is that your kidneys started development basically at the level of your hip as a fetus. As you grew the kidneys basically remained at the same level and, hence, moved upwards to their final adult position. This all happens before birth. Kidney transplants are also placed in the hip/lower abdominal region.
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In terms of embryological development of a fetus, they are intertwined. It's very neat and also kind of explains why the OP has a missing kidney and ovary (I'm guessing on the same side)
I don't really feel like explaining it all, haha, but one interesting fact is that your kidneys started development basically at the level of your hip as a fetus. As you grew the kidneys basically remained at the same level and, hence, moved upwards to their final adult position. This all happens before birth. Kidney transplants are also placed in the hip/lower abdominal region.
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