Question 1

can you tell me about vesicoureteral reflux?

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Here are some ...: Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is referred to urine backflow from bladder to kidneys during micturition resulting from sphincteric dysfunction at the intramural segment of distal ureter inside the bladder wall if the pressure inside bladder is within normal limit, usually less than 35-40 cm of water. Most of times, it's an inborn functional deficit of the described distal ureteral segment, so in chil

Question 2

what tests can diagnose vesicoureteral reflux?

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: Vesicoureteral reflux can be diagnosed by a cystogram in which a catheter is placed through the urethra to the bladder and bladder is filled with fluid and doctor can see reverse flow of fluid from bladder to ureter, condition called vesicoureteral reflux. Hope it helps.

Question 3

how is bilateral ureteroneocyctostomy used to treat patients with vesicoureteral reflux?

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Prevents Reflux: Ureteroneocyctostomy describes a surgical procedure. It describes placing the ureters into a "new hole" into the bladder. This surgery prevents urine from traveling backwards through the ureters, thereby preventing reflux damage to the kidneys.

Question 4

can a neurogenic bladder cause vesicoureteral reflux?

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: Yes, it is a major cause of vesicoureteral reflux and upper urinary tract infection, i.e. pyelonephritis.

Question 5

i think i have a uti and a vesicoureteral reflux, what can i do?

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Here are some ...: Were you documented to have vesicoureteral reflux (UVR)? if yes, what degree? The significance and importance of relationship of VUR with recurrent UTI have differed between adults and children, and have evolved over the past 4 decades. So, ask the treating urologist about such so to decide what, when, and how to link VUR with UTI and how to manage it individually.

Question 6

will i need a c-section if i had vesicoureteral reflux as a child?

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No: There is no need for c-section if you have a history of vesicoureteral reflux during your early childhood.

Question 7

how do you get tested for vesicoureteral reflux?

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VUR: One way to assess for vur (vesicoureteral reflux) is with a VCUG (voiding cystourethrogram). To perform this test a catheter is placed into the urinary bladder in order to introduce radio-opaque contrast into it. Once the bladder is filled the patient voids under flouroscopy. If contrast goes up the either ureter then vur is proven.

Question 8

why is vesicoureteral reflux only affect children?

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Outgrow or treated!: Good morning, 
vesicoureteral reflux (uvr)  is present in 1% of all infants (primary uvr). Secondary uvr appears later due to presence of functional bladder neck obstruction. It is predominantly a problem of children as there is a spontaneous resolution of the primary uvr as children becomes adults; the bladder increases in size, ureter increases in length, and the valve control gets more efficient.

Question 9

how is a bilateral ureteroneocyctostomy done for a patient that has vesicoureteral reflux?

Accepted Answer

Several approaches.: Surgery for vesicoureteral reflux is usually performed by pediatric urologists to prevent progressive kidney damage from infections. There are several approaches, and you should approach the surgeon for specifics. In general, an incision is made low on the abdomen to expose the bladder. The ureters are disconnected, tapered, then reconnected to the bladder at different locations.

Question 10

my 7 mon old son has vesicoureteral reflux. should i let him grow out of it or consider surgery?

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Depends on level: Most would watch level 1-3 reflux for a period as they tend to improve over time. Level 4-5 will seldom improve enough to prevent long term complications. There may be additional factors that come into play that your treatment team must include in their recommendations. Communicate openly with your rx team & learn what you can about pro's & con's.

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