Raya RAM, Garrido RJR, Eraña GLH

Language: English
References: 9
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Anterior urethral valves have a broad spectrum of clinical presentation, ranging form mild dribbling urination and urinary tract infection (UTI) to bilateral hydronephrosis with azotemia.1-4 Endoscopic fulguration has been classically considered just as the initial management. However in many cases it should be indicated as the single-stage management. Modern advances in fiber optics and miniaturization of pediatric endoscopic equipment have decreased the incidence of vesicostomy as alternative temporal treatment.1 We present our experience with 10 cases.

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