Dr. Aadil Farooq Pediatric Urologist

  PUJ obstruction, also known as Pelvi-Ureteric Junction obstruction, is a condition in which the flow of urine from the kidney to the ureter is partially or completely blocked. This blockage can lead to kidney swelling and long-term damage if left untreated. With the availability of advanced medical facilities and expert pediatric urologists, PUJ obstruction treatment in Jaipur has become highly effective, offering safe and reliable outcomes for both children and adults. Understanding PUJ Obstruction and Hydronephrosis in Children PUJ obstruction is one of the most common causes of Hydronephrosis (PUJ O/ UPJ O) in children . Hydronephrosis refers to the swelling of the kidney due to urine buildup caused by obstruction at the pelvi-ureteric junction. In many cases, this condition is congenital and may be detected during prenatal ultrasound scans. Early diagnosis plays a crucial role in preventing kidney damage and preserving long-term renal function. Common Symptoms of PUJ O...

  A typical syndrome that presents itself in pediatric urology is Pelviureteric Junction (PUJ) Obstruction. It is an obstruction or a constriction in which the ureter and renal pelvis (the funnel-like opening of the kidney) connect that may cause an ineffective flow of urine out of the kidney to the bladder. PU Jobstruction may lead to kidney damage, infection, and kidney dysfunction in the long run in case it is not treated. What Causes PUJ Obstruction in Children? PUJ obstruction among children is usually congenital, which implies that they are born with it. It can either be a result of abnormal growth of the muscle at the junction or because of a blood vessel that compresses the ureter. In other cases, it may later develop during childhood as a result of scarring, trauma or stones. The majority of children do not display the symptoms at all, and it is mostly identified during the ultrasound diagnostics provided in advance of the pregnancy or during diagnostics with the purp...