Common causes of hydronephrosis in children

Common causes of hydronephrosis in children include congenital urinary tract malformations, acquired infections and other obstructive causes. Understanding the specific causes will help with timely diagnosis and treatment and avoid worsening of the disease.

Congenital urinary tract malformations are one of the main causes of hydronephrosis in children. Common conditions include ureteral stenosis, vesicoureteral reflux, or polycystic kidney disease. These structural abnormalities may be discovered shortly after birth and manifest as an inability to drain urine normally, which in turn leads to urine accumulation in the kidneys. Acquired infections, such as recurrent urinary tract infections, can also cause hydronephrosis, especially if left untreated. Infections can cause inflammation or scarring that hinder the excretion of urine. Obstructive causes such as stones and trauma are less common but may also affect a child's urinary system, especially when there is severe blockage on one or both sides of the urinary tract.

Parents need to pay special attention to whether children have common symptoms, such as decreased urine volume, abnormal urine color, distending pain in the waist, or frequent crying. Once the above abnormalities are found, the child should be taken to the doctor as soon as possible for B-ultrasound examination or other imaging diagnosis. If hydronephrosis is confirmed, the treatment plan may include medication to control infection, such as the use of cephalosporin antibiotics; for severe obstruction, surgery may be required, such as ureteroplasty, cystostomy, etc. In addition, you can help your child drink more water on a daily basis, pay attention to cleaning the vulva, and prevent urinary tract infections. These measures can effectively reduce the risk of worsening of the disease.

The causes of hydronephrosis in children are complex and diverse. Do not delay after discovering abnormalities. See a doctor and receive professional treatment in a timely manner. Through early intervention and proper care, hydronephrosis in most children can be well controlled to avoid the development of renal insufficiency or other complications.