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Posterior urethral valves (PUV) are obstructive membranes in the urethra that can lead to significant renal damage and are the most common cause of obstructive uropathy in children. The condition has a reported incidence of 1 in 8,000 to 1 in 25,000 live births and can result in complications such as hydronephrosis, renal dysplasia, and bladder dysfunction. Management includes bladder drainage, valve ablation, and addressing associated conditions like vesicoureteral reflux to preserve renal function.
- Author
- Thecla Theonest
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- EN