Pediatric Megaureter
A megaureter is a ureter that is much wider than normal (wider than 10mm).
What is a Pediatric Megaureter?
Ureters are the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder. A megaureter may not drain urine normally causing the urine to back up into a child's kidneys. This can cause urinary tract infections (UTI) and lead to kidney damage if untreated.
What are the signs and symptoms of a Pediatric Megaureter?
Lack of urine
How is Pediatric Megaureter diagnosed?
Blood test
X-Rays
Intravenous pyelogram (IVP)
Voiding cystourethrogram (VCUG)
How is Pediatric Megaureter treated?
Treatment will depend on your child's symptoms. In some cases the megaureter will correct itself. Other treatments include:
Antibiotics for UTI
Surgery to remove the abnormal portion
Pediatric Megaureter Doctors and Providers
Craig Peters, MDPediatric Urologist
Micah Jacobs, MDPediatric Urologist
Irina Stanasel, MDPediatric Urologist
David Ewalt, MDPediatric Urologist
Clanton Harrison, MDPediatric Urologist
Bruce Schlomer, MDPediatric Urologist