title: Obstructing polyps of the posterior urethra in boys: embryology and management.
abstract: Solitary fibrous polyps are in uncommon but important cause of obstructive uropathy, infection and hematuria in boys. The clinical presentation and management in 5 boys are discussed and the literature is reviewed. Emphasis is placed on the pitfalls in diagnosis and recent endoscopic techniques of treatment.
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D006417:Hematuria / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011127:Polyps / Q000196:embryology* / Q000601:surgery*; D014523:Urethral Neoplasms / Q000196:embryology* / Q000601:surgery*; D014524:Urethral Obstruction / Q000209:etiology; D014552:Urinary Tract Infections / Q000209:etiology