Non-surgical management in children with non-refluxing primary megaureter: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Children with non-refluxing primary megaureter are mostly managed by a watchful approach with close follow-up and serial imaging.

Objectives

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine whether there is sufficient evidence to support the current non-surgical management strategy in these patients.

Data sources

A comprehensive search including electronic literature databases, clinical trial registries, and conference proceedings was performed.

Data synthesis methods

Outcomes were estimated as pooled prevalence. If meta-analytical calculations were not appropriate, outcomes were provided in a descriptive manner.

Results

Data from 8 studies (290 patients/354 renal units) were included. For the primary outcome, differential renal fun

SUBMITTER: Buder K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10514100 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature