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Adult megacystis-megaureter: a case report
Sudesh Lamsal1, Gaurav Karki1, Suman Thapa1
1Department of Surgery, Nepalese Army Institute of Health Sciences, College of Medicine, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Introduction:
Megacystis-megaureter is a rare condition referring to chronic dilatation of the ureter in the absence of identifiable organic obstruction. It is rare in adulthood.
Case Presentation:
We report a rare case of megacystis-megaureter presenting for the first time in adulthood. The patient exhibited symptoms of obstructive uropathy, with preserved renal function following decompression. The patient was managed conservatively.
Case Discussion:
Intravenous pyelogram and radioisotope renography are helpful for diagnosing megacystis megaureter. Voiding cystourethrogram, Renal scintigraphy, Doppler study and pressure flow study can differentiate between obstructive and non-obstructive types. Treatment of urinary tract infection, temporary urinary diversion to optimize the renal function, bladder training are the mainstay of treatment.
Conclusion:
Megacystis megaureter poses diagnostic and management dilemma. The report underscores the potential role of conservative management. Further research is necessary to establish management protocols.
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