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[Congenital fibroepithelial polyps of the urethra]

P Carrión López1, C Domínguez Hinarejos, A Serrano Durbá

  • 1Sección de Urología Infantil, Hospital Universitario La Fe, Valencia. pedrocarrion1980@hotmail.com

Cirugia Pediatrica : Organo Oficial De La Sociedad Espanola De Cirugia Pediatrica
|June 29, 2010
PubMed

Insights

Urethral polyps are rare in children, often causing hematuria and urinary obstruction. Transurethral resection is the recommended treatment for this condition.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Urology
  • Uropathology

Background:

  • Urethral polyps are uncommon, typically presenting in childhood.
  • Common symptoms include hematuria and obstructive urinary issues.

Observation:

  • Three pediatric cases are presented: two boys (6 and 9 years old) with posterior urethral polyps and one 2-year-old girl with a prolapsed urethral polyp.
  • All patients exhibited hematuria and obstructive urinary symptoms.

Findings:

  • Posterior urethral polyps were diagnosed in the male patients.
  • Urethral polyp prolapse was observed in the female patient.
  • Transurethral resection was the chosen treatment modality.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering urethral polyps in pediatric patients with hematuria and obstructive voiding symptoms.
  • Emphasizes transurethral resection as an effective treatment for pediatric urethral polyps.
  • Suggests prompt diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes.

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