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¹Division of Pediatric Urology, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH 65229, USA. eugene.minevich@chmc.org

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This review covers urgent pediatric genitourinary conditions needing urological referral, including acute scrotum and urinary retention. It guides primary care practitioners on initial diagnosis and management for these emergent cases.

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Pediatric Urology
Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Background:

Genitourinary (GU) conditions in children frequently require emergent urological consultation.
Primary care practitioners (PCPs) need clear guidance on identifying and managing these urgent pediatric cases.

Purpose of the Study:

To review emergent genitourinary conditions in children necessitating urological referral.
To equip PCPs with knowledge on signs, symptoms, initial work-up, and management of these conditions.

Main Methods:

Literature review of pediatric genitourinary emergencies.
Synthesis of information on diagnosis and initial management strategies.

Main Results:

Key emergent GU conditions discussed include acute scrotum/testicular torsion, scrotal masses, penile abnormalities, urinary retention, bladder outlet obstruction, abdominal masses, acute urinary stones, urinary trauma, genital abnormalities, and complex anomalies.
The review outlines presenting signs and symptoms for each condition.

Conclusions:

Prompt recognition and appropriate initial management by PCPs are crucial for optimal outcomes in pediatric GU emergencies.
This review serves as a guide for PCPs managing children with emergent urological conditions prior to pediatric urologist evaluation.