Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction
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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 160 doctors who treat ureteropelvic junction obstruction
Which specialist treats ureteropelvic junction obstruction?
Ureteropelvic junction obstruction should be evaluated by a urologist, and in children by a pediatrician who coordinates follow-up. You can find these specialists available.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in ureteropelvic junction obstruction
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Víctor Molgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Stephany Sbheidy García Arana
Dr. Brenda Rodríguez Bustos
Dr. Gabriela Berenice Vazquez De la Peña
Dr. Josué Marcial Meza
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
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 should be evaluated by a urologist, and in children by a pediatrician who coordinates follow-up. You can find these specialists available.