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Why might a child have a kidney stone?
Kidney stones, once believed to be the domain of adults only, also appear to be increasing among... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is hypospadius?
Hypospadias, a common genital abnormality seen in male infants, is where the urethral opening is... Full Answer12/31/1969
What symptoms of kidney tumors should I watch out for?
Sign/symptoms of kidney tumors include:
- abdominal pain;
- abdominal mass;
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What is vesicoureteral reflux?
Vesicoureteral reflux is an abnormal movement of urine from the bladder into the
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What is the treatment for kidney stones in children?
A detailed evaluation in conjunction with pediatric nephrology (the study of kidneys) is... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is the difference between a hernia and a hydrocele in children?
A hydrocele is a collection of fluid along the membrane covering the front and sides of the... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is prune belly syndrome in babies?
Prune belly syndrome is an extremely unusual condition. This occurs in males who have a
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What is hypospadias?
The most common genital abnormality seen by pediatric urologists are hypospadias abnormalities.... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is hydronephrosis?
Hydronephrosis refers to extra urinary fluid in the kidney. Not a separate disease, but a
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What is exstrophy in children?
Exstrophy is an uncommon congenital bladder anomaly that results when the tissue making up the... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is chordee in children?
A chordee is a curvature of the penis. Some children are born with a chordee without associated... Full Answer12/31/1969
What can urinary tract infections be a sign of in children?
Often urinary tract infection (UTI) is the first sign of a congenital bladder or kidney... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are the various types of kidney stones?
Stone types include:
- calcium oxalate;
- uric acid;
- cystine
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What are the types of kidney tumors I could have?
Tumors of the kidney require surgical excision as well as combined management with pediatric
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What are the treatment options for neural tube defects?
The goals of treatment for a child with myelodysplasia are a normal capacity bladder that
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