Children are not small adults. Congenital urinary problems need correction at the right age to protect kidney function and future fertility, with parents fully involved in every decision.
Procedures we perform
- Hypospadias
- Posterior Urethral Valve (PUV)
- Vesicoureteric Reflux (VUR)
- Undescended Testis
Symptoms that need review
- Abnormally placed urinary opening or curved penis
- Poor urinary stream or straining in an infant
- Repeated urinary infections with fever
- Empty scrotum on one or both sides
- Poor weight gain with urinary symptoms
Common causes
- Developmental variation during pregnancy
- Genetic and familial factors
- Obstruction present from birth
How we diagnose
- Clinical examination by a urologist
- Ultrasound of kidneys, ureters and bladder
- MCUG for reflux and valves
- DMSA / DTPA renal scan for function and drainage
Treatment options
Hypospadias repair
Single-stage or staged reconstruction, usually between 6 and 18 months.
PUV fulguration
Endoscopic removal of the obstructing valve to protect the kidneys.
VUR management
Antibiotic prophylaxis, endoscopic injection or ureteric reimplantation as indicated.
Orchidopexy
Bringing an undescended testis into the scrotum, ideally before 18 months.
Recovery
Most paediatric procedures involve a short stay. Children return to normal activity quickly; follow-up scans confirm that kidney drainage and growth remain normal.
Frequently asked
Information on this website is for patient education only and does not replace an in-person consultation. Treatment results vary between individuals and no outcome is guaranteed.