Giant Calyceal Diverticulum in a Child with Solitary Kidney: A Rare Experience

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Pediatric Nephrology
• Radiology

Background:

• Calyceal diverticula are uncommon renal anomalies.
• Radiological diagnosis can be challenging due to mimicry of other pathologies.
• Close monitoring is crucial for asymptomatic cases to prevent complications.

Observation:

• A rare case of a giant calyceal diverticulum was identified.
• The patient presented with a solitary kidney.
• The condition occurred in a pediatric patient.

Findings:

• The giant calyceal diverticulum was successfully diagnosed.
• Open surgery was performed for management.
• The solitary kidney was preserved.

Implications:

• This case expands the understanding of calyceal diverticulum presentation in children.
• It underscores the importance of considering rare diagnoses in pediatric renal imaging.
• Surgical intervention can be effective for large calyceal diverticula in solitary kidneys.