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[A case of blind-ending bifid ureter]
G Takahashi1, T Osada, T Inoue
1Department of Urology, School of Medicine, St. Marianna University.
Hinyokika Kiyo. Acta Urologica Japonica
|October 1, 1987
Summary
A rare case of a blind-ending bifid ureter in a child was surgically treated. The patient experienced improved urinary tract infection symptoms post-operation.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Urology
- Congenital Urologic Abnormalities
Background:
- Congenital anomalies of the ureter can present with complex clinical scenarios.
- Blind-ending bifid ureters are rare malformations requiring specific diagnostic and surgical approaches.
Observation:
- A 6-year-old girl presented with a diagnosed blind-ending bifid ureter on the right side.
- The patient also exhibited bilateral megaureters, indicating a broader spectrum of urinary tract malformation.
- Persistent urinary tract infections were noted prior to surgical intervention.
Findings:
- Excretory urography confirmed the presence of a right blind-ending ureter.
- Surgical resection of the blind-ending ureter was successfully performed.
- Uretero-vesiconeostomy was undertaken to address the bilateral megaureters.
Implications:
- This case highlights the successful surgical management of a rare congenital ureteral anomaly.
- The intervention led to the resolution of febrile urinary tract infections post-operatively.
- Early diagnosis and tailored surgical strategies are crucial for managing complex pediatric urologic malformations.