Genitourinary System (See Also Part XXIV)

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Chapter 98 Genitourinary System (See Also Part XXIV)

Urinary tract anomalies (hydronephrosis, dysplasia, agenesis, cystic or solitary kidney) can be identified by prenatal ultrasonography (see Table 90-1). After birth, the presence/extent of anomalies needs to be confirmed and followed by detailed evaluation and appropriate management. Multicystic and polycystic forms of kidney disease have high risk for mortality and renal morbidity. In contrast, the majority of mild dilatations have no clinical consequences but cause unnecessary anxiety in many cases.

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