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An analysis of various modes of therapy for vesicoureteral reflux

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One hundred and forty-four patients with vesicoureteral reflux were followed for an average of one year or greater. Forty per cent of the patients followed on conservative management ceased to reflux. Of those undergoing reimplantation, 90% achieved surgical success, and about 70% achieved bacteriological success. The data suggest that not all reflux need be considered for surgery primarily.

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  1. Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina, USA

    E. T. Gonzales, W. A. Leitner & J. F. Glenn

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Gonzales, E.T., Leitner, W.A. & Glenn, J.F. An analysis of various modes of therapy for vesicoureteral reflux. International Urology and Nephrology 4, 235–240 (1972). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02081877

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