Patient's question:
Recently, the baby in my sister's family was diagnosed with pediatric primary vesicoureteral reflux nephropathy. I've been very worried about the little one's health and really want to help my sister get my nephew treated quickly. I hope the baby grows up healthy and strong.Doctor's answer:
Nephrovesical reflux in children refers to the condition where urine flows back from the bladder into the ureters and renal pelvis due to abnormal connections at the ureteric junction. Primary VUR is caused by congenital abnormalities at the ureteric junction without any underlying neurogenic or obstructive conditions. Vesicoureteral reflux is classified as primary or secondary. The former is due to congenital incompetent valves, while the latter is a secondary condition resulting from lower urinary tract obstruction.