Minimally invasive treatment of vesicoureteral reflux.
Publication/Presentation Date
8-1-2008
Abstract
Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is a common problem in childhood, affecting approximately 1% to 2% of the pediatric population. Mild cases of VUR are likely to resolve spontaneously, but high-grade VUR may require surgical correction. Pediatric urologists are familiar with open antireflux operations, which can be accomplished with minimal operative morbidity. Minimally invasive endoscopic and laparoscopic techniques that now exist may serve to reduce morbidity further. This article reviews the endoscopic materials, techniques, and outcomes in the treatment of VUR in addition to the techniques and outcomes of laparoscopic and robotic ureteroneocystotomy.
Volume
35
Issue
3
First Page
477
Last Page
488
ISSN
0094-0143
Published In/Presented At
Hayn, M. H., Smaldone, M. C., Ost, M. C., & Docimo, S. G. (2008). Minimally invasive treatment of vesicoureteral reflux. The Urologic clinics of North America, 35(3), 477–ix. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ucl.2008.05.006
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
18761201
Department(s)
Department of Surgery
Document Type
Article