31/07/2026
Understanding PUJ Obstruction & Hydronephrosis in Children 👶🩺
Explained by Dr. Aneesh Shah – Pediatric Surgeon
Has your child's ultrasound shown hydronephrosis (kidney swelling)?
One common cause is PUJ (Pelvi-Ureteric Junction) Obstruction, where urine cannot drain properly from the kidney.
Early diagnosis is important to protect the kidney. If needed, pyeloplasty surgery can remove the blockage, restore normal urine flow, and help preserve kidney function.
In this video, Dr. Aneesh Shah explains:
✔️ What PUJ obstruction is
✔️ How it causes hydronephrosis
✔️ When surgery may be needed
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