Acute Urinary Tract Obstruction and Urological Emergencies

Acute urinary tract obstruction and urological emergencies are major concern even though they represent a small percentage of the overall incoming patients at the pediatric emergency room. A rapid assessment and management of the clinical condition is essential to preserve the renal function and bladder voiding. Prenatal data, any perinatal abnormalities discovered, the latest medical history, previous surgery, medications, the child’s complains and the physical examination are all essential for a proper management and the first steps leading to specific management measures as required.