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[Bifid ureter ending blindly at one of its upper ends. 4 cases (author's transl)]
Journal D'Urologie Et De Nephrologie
|October 1, 1975
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The most common childhood ureteral diverticulum is a blind-ending bifid ureter. Surgical removal of the affected pouch is a safe and effective treatment for urinary issues.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Urology
- Congenital Urinary Tract Anomalies
Background:
- Ureteral diverticula are rare congenital anomalies.
- The bifid ureter with a blind-ending upper portion is the most frequent type in children.
Observation:
- Four pediatric cases of ureteral diverticula are presented.
- Two cases were diagnosed due to recurrent urinary tract infections.
- Two cases were associated with more complex urinary tract malformations.
Findings:
- The blind-ending pouch in ureteral diverticula can lead to urine stasis and reflux.
- Surgical excision of the diverticular pouch is a potential treatment option.
Implications:
- Early diagnosis and surgical intervention can prevent complications like infection.
- Excision of ureteral diverticula is a generally safe procedure with favorable outcomes.
Abstract:
In childhood, the bifid ureter ending blindly at one of its upper ends is the most frequent type of "ureteral diverticulum". Four cases are described: two were diagnosed because of urinary infection, the two others were part of a more complex urinary anomaly. When such a lesion is found, it seems logical to remove the pouch where the ruine refluxes and stagnates. It is a relatively benign operation and the result usually is good.