Vesico Ureteric Reflux(VUR) Treatment in Lucknow

What is Vesico Ureteric Reflux (VVR)?

Vesico Ureteric Reflux (VUR) is a condition commonly found in children where urine flows backward from the bladder into the ureters and sometimes up to the kidneys. This retrograde flow can increase the risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs) and kidney damage.Normally, urine flows one way from the kidneys to the bladder. Valves at the ureter-bladder junction prevent backward flow. In VUR, these valves are defective, allowing urine to reflux.

Causes of VUR in children can be primary or secondary:

  • Primary VUR:Due to a congenital defect in the valve mechanism at the ureter-bladder junction, which is often hereditary.
  • Secondary VUR: Results from a blockage or increased pressure in the bladder, possibly due to bladder dysfunction or neurogenic bladder.

Symptoms of Vesico Ureteric Reflux (VVR)

  • Frequent UTIs
  • Painful urination
  • Fever (with or without chills)
  • Abdominal or flank pain
  • Bedwetting (enuresis)
  • Blood in urine (hematuria)

Diagnosis

  • Ultrasound: Evaluates the kidneys and bladder for structural abnormalities.
  • Voiding Cystourethrogram (VCUG): An X-ray test using contrast dye to visualize urine flow and detect reflux.
  • Dimercaptosuccinic Acid (DMSA) Scan: A nuclear medicine test to assess kidney function and detect scarring.

Treatment

  • Antibiotic Prophylaxis: Prevents UTIs, commonly used in low-grade VUR.
  • Endoscopic Injection: A less invasive procedure involving injection of a bulking agent to prevent reflux.
  • Ureteral Reimplantation: A surgical procedure to reposition the ureters and correct the reflux, usually reserved for high-grade VUR or when medical management fails.

Vesico Ureteric Reflux in children is a manageable condition with early detection and appropriate treatment. Regular monitoring and proactive management are essential to prevent long-term kidney damage and ensure healthy development. If anyone you know is experiencing Vesico Ureteric Reflux, it is important to consult Dr. Aditya P.S Sengar the best urologist in lucknow for Vesico Ureteric Reflux treatment.