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Antenatal hydronephrosis: ureteral polyp causing ureteropelvic junction obstruction
1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Summary
A rare case of ureteropelvic junction obstruction in a young boy was caused by a benign ureteric polyp. This condition, diagnosed antenatally, highlights the rarity of such pediatric ureteral neoplasms.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Urology
- Nephrology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction is a common congenital anomaly.
- Benign neoplasms of the ureter are exceptionally rare in pediatric populations.
Observation:
- A 3.5-year-old boy presented with antenatally diagnosed hydronephrosis.
- Imaging revealed a cause of obstruction at the ureteropelvic junction.
Findings:
- Surgical intervention identified a benign ureteric polyp as the cause of the obstruction.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the benign nature of the ureteral neoplasm.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering rare etiologies for UPJ obstruction in children.
- Highlights the diagnostic and management challenges of pediatric ureteral polyps.
- Contributes to the limited literature on benign ureteral tumors in infants and children.