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Pre-natal diagnosis: how useful is it?

D F Thomas, H C Irving, R J Arthur

    British Journal of Urology
    |December 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary

    Prenatal ultrasound accurately detects fetal urinary tract dilation, aiding in early diagnosis and management. While valuable for many, its definite clinical impact varies, particularly in cases of mild or unilateral findings.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Urology
    • Fetal Medicine
    • Diagnostic Imaging

    Background:

    • Fetal urinary tract dilatation is detectable via prenatal ultrasound.
    • Assessing the impact of prenatal diagnosis on urological management is crucial.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the contribution of prenatal ultrasound findings of urinary tract dilatation to the urological management of neonates.
    • To determine the accuracy and clinical value of prenatal diagnosis.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of 46 cases with prenatally diagnosed urinary tract dilatation.
    • Confirmation of diagnosis through neonatal ultrasound or autopsy.
    • Assessment of the clinical significance of prenatal findings in live-born neonates.

    Main Results:

    • Prenatal scans demonstrated high accuracy, confirmed in most cases.
    • In 73% of neonates, prenatal imaging was the sole method of identifying urinary tract anomalies.
    • The definite clinical value varied, with milder or unilateral cases showing less impact compared to bilateral conditions or those affecting solitary kidneys.

    Conclusions:

    • Prenatal ultrasound is a valuable tool for detecting fetal urinary tract anomalies, often enabling early identification.
    • The clinical utility of prenatal diagnosis is highest for severe or bilateral conditions, guiding timely intervention.
    • Pre-natally detected bilateral dilatation is associated with a poor prognosis, highlighting the need for careful monitoring and management.

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