Pediatric Ureteral Obstruction

Pediatric ureteral obstruction occurs when a child's ureter—the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder—is blocked. This can happen due to various reasons, such as birth defects, tumors, or stones. When the ureter is obstructed, urine can back up into the kidney, causing pain, swelling, and potentially leading to kidney damage. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, urinary tract infections, or changes in urination. Diagnosis typically involves imaging tests, and treatment may involve medication, minimally invasive procedures, or surgery to relieve the obstruction and restore normal urine flow.