Pediatric testicular torsion is a serious and urgent medical condition that occurs when the spermatic cord, which provides the testicle with blood flow, becomes twisted. This twisting cuts off the testicle’s blood supply and can cause severe pain, swelling, and, if not treated promptly, can lead to testicular death and the potential need for removal….
Pediatric genitourinary malformations encompass a wide range of congenital anomalies affecting the urinary and genital organs. These malformations can involve the kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, and the genital organs, with varying degrees of severity and implications for a child’s health and development. Early diagnosis and management are crucial to prevent complications and ensure the best…
Pediatric hydronephrosis is a condition characterized by the swelling of one or both kidneys due to the build-up of urine. This condition can occur in infants and children and can be detected before birth through prenatal ultrasounds or after birth during evaluations for urinary tract infections or other urinary symptoms. Hydronephrosis can range from mild…
Pediatric urolithiasis refers to the presence of kidney stones in children, a condition that occurs when minerals and other substances in the urine crystallize in the kidneys, forming solid masses (stones). Kidney stones can affect any part of the urinary tract, from the kidneys to the bladder. While less common in children than in adults,…
Pediatric paraphimosis is a urological emergency that occurs when the foreskin, once pulled back behind the glans (head) of the penis, cannot be returned to its original position. This condition can lead to serious complications if not treated promptly, as it affects blood flow to the tip of the penis and can result in swelling,…
Pediatric phimosis is a condition in which the foreskin of the penis cannot be fully retracted over the glans (head) in children. It’s important to distinguish between physiological and pathological phimosis, as the former is a normal condition in infants and young children, while the latter may require medical attention. Physiological Phimosis Pathological Phimosis Diagnosis…
Pediatric neurogenic bladder refers to a range of urinary tract dysfunctions in children caused by abnormal neural control of the bladder. This condition results from disorders affecting the nervous system that disrupt the normal nerve signals required for bladder control, leading to problems with bladder storage and emptying. Neurogenic bladder can stem from congenital abnormalities,…
Pediatric voiding dysfunction refers to a range of problems related to the abnormal storage or release of urine in children. This condition can manifest in various ways, including daytime urinary incontinence, nighttime wetting (enuresis), urgency, frequency, holding maneuvers, and recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs). Voiding dysfunction is not uncommon in children and can be a…
Pediatric Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR) is a condition where urine flows backward from the bladder into the ureters and sometimes back into the kidneys. This reverse flow can lead to urinary tract infections (UTIs) and, in severe cases, kidney damage. VUR is particularly concerning in children because it can affect their growth and kidney development. The…
Pediatric urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in children and can involve any part of the urinary system, including the urethra, bladder, ureters, and kidneys. UTIs are more frequent in girls than boys, especially after the newborn period, due to the shorter length of the female urethra, which makes it easier for bacteria to reach…