Urolog. pro Praxi, 2010; 11(6): 316-318
Diagnosis and treatment of congenital renal duplication in children
- Urologická klinika, LF UP a FN Olomouc
Complete ureteral duplication is a common developmental anomaly of the uropoietic system which, given the more complex embryonic
development of both ureters, is frequently associated with reflux or obstruction not uncommonly resulting in severe upper urinary tract
disease. The diagnostic procedure is mainly based on repeat ultrasound examination, static DMSA scintigraphy and voiding cystourethrography.
The age of the child, symptomatology and the results of all investigations determine whether a conservative approach or
operative reconstruction or ablation will be chosen.
Keywords: children, ureteral duplication, diagnosis, treatment
Published: December 14, 2010 Show citation
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