Pediatric Urology

Pediatric Urology deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases affecting the urinary and reproductive systems (genitourinary system) from fetal development through adolescence. These conditions can originate during pregnancy or may develop later due to environmental or developmental factors, in addition to congenital causes.

Diseases Relevant to Pediatric Urology include:
Kidney Diseases
* Kidney dilation due to upper urinary tract obstructions (Hydronephrosis)
* Kidney stones
* Cysts and tumors

Urinary Tract and Bladder Diseases
* Reflux of urine to the kidney (Vesicoureteral Reflux)
* Narrowing of the ureterovesical junction (Ureterovesical Junction Obstruction)
* Narrowing of the lower urinary tract (Posterior Urethral Valve)
* Voiding dysfunctions (Dysfunctional Voiding)

Penis Diseases
* Disorders related to the opening of the urethral meatus (Hypospadias, Epispadias)
* Foreskin conditions (Phimosis, Paraphimosis, Balanitis)

Testis Diseases
* Undescended testicle (Cryptorchidism)
* Hydrocele, spermatic cord cyst
* Testicular tumors

Disorders of Sex Development