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The Vesicoureteric Maze: The Reasons of Misunderstanding

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Vesicoureteral reflux is the most common congenital urological anomaly in children, but remains one of the most controversial issues. VUR covers two different entities: reflux disease and reflux symptom. It has been associated with an increased risk of urinary tract infection and renal scarring. VUR is diagnosed mostly after or during follow-up for antenatal hydronephrosis. The place of the cystography is yet to be discussed. Management of VUR is controversial and includes antibioprophylaxis, surgical intervention, or surveillance. No evidence-based guidelines exist for appropriate treatment and follow-up.

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Demède, D., Mouriquand, P. (2015). The Vesicoureteric Maze: The Reasons of Misunderstanding. In: Lima, M., Manzoni, G. (eds) Pediatric Urology. Springer, Milano. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-88-470-5693-0_12

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