Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction
Ureteropelvic junction obstruction is a narrowing at the point where the kidney connects with the ureter, the duct that carries urine to the bladder, which makes its normal passage difficult.
Which specialist treats it? The urologist is the professional who studies this condition, and when it occurs in children the pediatric urologist gets involved along with the pediatrician.
Frequent symptoms: It may present with pain in the flank or back, repeated urinary tract infections, or, in some cases, be detected on imaging studies without obvious symptoms.
When to see a doctor? If pain appears in the kidney region or frequent urinary tract infections occur, the advisable thing is to seek an evaluation to determine the most appropriate follow-up.
Data on 18 doctors who treat ureteropelvic junction obstruction
Specialties that treat ureteropelvic junction obstruction
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in ureteropelvic junction obstruction
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Miguel Ángel González Rodríguez
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dra. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Jose Luis Balanzar Serna
Dr. Alfonso Corona Tellez
Dr. Rodriguez Francisco Herrera
Dr. Román Pineda Abarca
Dr. Escandon Hector Calles
Dr. Cruz Guillermo Argueta
Dr. Roberto Moreno Paez
Dr. Francisco Alvarado Alemán
Dr. Jesús Isidro Pinzón Sánchez
Dra. Elizabeth Solano Pareja
Dr. Victor Tapia Alfaro
Dra. Vilma Reyes Bravo
Dr. Julio Fraire Calleros
Frequently asked questions
What is ureteropelvic junction obstruction?
Ureteropelvic junction obstruction is a narrowing at the point where the kidney connects with the ureter, the duct that carries urine to the bladder, which makes its normal passage difficult.
Which doctor treats ureteropelvic junction obstruction?
Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician, urologist, pediatric urologist.