Pediatric pyleoplasty.
A series is reviewed of 153 pyeloplasties in 130 pediatric patients. Dismembering pyeloplasty was performed in most cases, usually with temporary nephrostomy drainage. A satisfactory anastomosis resulted in each case. The important technical aspects of pyeloplasty are emphasized.
D000293:Adolescent; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006869:Hydronephrosis / Q000209:etiology; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007682:Kidney Pelvis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D011859:Radiography; D013396:Suction; D014517:Ureteral Obstruction / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*