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Nonobstructive fetal hydronephrosis: sonographic recognition and therapeutic implications.
Radiology
|April 1, 1983
Summary
Prenatal diagnosis of fetal hydronephrosis rarely indicates true obstruction requiring surgery. Early fetal surgery for obstructive hydronephrosis is hindered by late gestational identification.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Fetal Medicine
- Neonatal Urology
Background:
- Fetal hydronephrosis is a common prenatal diagnosis.
- Accurate assessment of fetal hydronephrosis is crucial for postnatal management.
- Early intervention for obstructive conditions can improve outcomes.