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Benign ureteral fibrous polyp as a cause of obstruction in children
Pediatric Radiology
|January 1, 1985
Insights
Benign ureteral fibrous polyps can cause intermittent flank pain in children, leading to unilateral urinary obstruction. Conservative surgical approaches are recommended for this rare condition.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Pediatric Surgery
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Recurrent flank pain in pediatric patients can indicate underlying urinary tract abnormalities.
- Ureteral polyps are rare, benign tumors that can cause significant urinary obstruction.
Observation:
- An 11-year-old boy presented with a history of several years of intermittent colicky flank pain.
- Diagnostic imaging revealed unilateral ureteral obstruction attributed to benign fibrous polyps.
Findings:
- Radiologic characteristics of benign ureteral fibrous polyps causing obstruction were analyzed.
- The study highlights the specific imaging findings associated with this rare cause of pediatric ureteral obstruction.
Implications:
- Early diagnosis and recognition of benign ureteral fibrous polyps are crucial for effective management.
- Conservative surgical intervention is emphasized as a viable and recommended treatment option, preserving renal function.
Abstract:
In an 11-year-old boy with intermittent colicky flank pain for several years unilateral obstruction caused by benign ureteral fibrous polyps was found. The radiologic characteristics are discussed and the need for conservative surgery is stressed.
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