Scrotal hernia of the ureter in association with posterior urethral valves

J Pediatr Urol. 2010 Feb;6(1):87-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2009.05.008. Epub 2009 Jun 17.

Abstract

Posterior urethral valves are a common obstructive uropathy causing severe hydroureteronephrosis. Ureteral herniation is very rare and often misdiagnosed. We report a male infant with posterior urethral valves who had increased persistent hydronephrosis despite prior successful ablation. Further examination revealed a paraperitoneal inguinal ureter herniation to be responsible for the clinical status.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Hernia / complications*
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Scrotum
  • Ureteral Diseases / complications*
  • Urethra / abnormalities*