Lower Urinary Tract Changes After Early Valve Ablation In Neonates and Infants: Is Early Diversion Warranted?

Abstract

Early ablation of posterior urethral valves results in the recovery of normal bladder appearance and function when performed in the first months of life. Severe renal insufficiency tends to progress even with upper tract diversion. Furthermore, this treatment prevents normal bladder cycling, which may inhibit bladder recovery in the patient with posterior urethral valves.