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[Vesico-ureteral reflux in children: current knowledge and management]
1Département médico-chirurgical de pédiatrie, CHUV, Lausanne.
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Early diagnosis and management of vesicoureteric reflux (VUR) can improve outcomes for children with reflux nephropathy, a key cause of chronic kidney disease. Prompt recognition of VUR is crucial to prevent long-term renal damage and hypertension.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nephrology
- Urology
Context:
- Reflux nephropathy is a significant contributor to pediatric chronic kidney disease and hypertension.
- Vesicoureteric reflux (VUR) is a primary underlying cause, often presenting insidiously.
- Timely diagnosis and intervention are critical for favorable outcomes.
Purpose:
- To outline the key characteristics of VUR and associated reflux nephropathy.
- To provide practical management recommendations based on a literature review.
- To emphasize the need for ongoing reevaluation of management strategies.
Summary:
- This review details the features of VUR and reflux nephropathy in children.
- It highlights the importance of early detection and management to mitigate chronic renal failure and arterial hypertension.
- Practical recommendations are offered, stressing the dynamic nature of treatment guidelines.
Impact:
- Improved recognition and management of VUR can prevent irreversible kidney damage in children.
- Early intervention can reduce the incidence of chronic renal failure and secondary hypertension.
- This work underscores the necessity for continuous updates in clinical practice based on emerging research.
Abstract:
Reflux nephropathy is an important cause of chronic renal failure and arterial hypertension in children. While its prognosis is favourably influenced by the early recognition and management of vesicoureteric reflux, there is a real risk of missing the diagnosis of this insidious condition. This article describes the main features of vesicoureteric reflux and associated nephropathy and presents practical recommendations, through a nonexhaustive literature review. As several aspects of this disease remain to be established, any recommendation concerning its management should be constantly reevaluated according to new data.