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ArticleCureus2025

Late Presentation of Posterior Urethral Valve in a Four-Year-Old Child With Subtle Voiding Symptoms: A Case Report.

Hany M Elkordy, Mohamed Elkordi, Greta Peciulyte

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Article in Cureus, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors.

Hany M ElkordyUrology, Prime Healthcare Group, Dubai, ARE.
Mohamed ElkordiUrology, NMC Royal Hospital, Abu Dhabi, ARE.
Greta PeciulyteUrology, Harley Urology LTD, London, GBR.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

A four-year-old male child following an attack of acute pharyngitis was referred to the urology department as having mild voiding difficulty, where posterior urethral valve (PUV) was incidentally diagnosed. Urethrocystoscopy confirmed Type I PUV, which was successfully managed with transurethral laser ablation. This case underscores the importance of evaluating subtle pediatric urinary symptoms to prevent renal complications. Advances in imaging, surgical techniques, and monitoring strategies are critical for effective management. Early diagnosis and timely intervention remain essential to preserve renal and bladder function, emphasizing the need for vigilance in assessing pediatric urinary complaints.

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bladder functionendoscopic laser ablationlower urinary tract obstructionposterior urethral valveurethrocystoscopyvoiding cystourethrographyvoiding urinary symptoms

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PMID39958029
PMCPMC11828713

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