Pediatric megaureter

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?

• Blood in urine
• Lack of urine
• Urinary tract infection (UTI)

How is a pediatric megaureter diagnosed?

• Blood test
• X-Rays
  • Intravenous pyelogram (IVP)
  • Ultrasound
  • Voiding cystourethrogram (VCUG)

How is a 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