Congenital Defects of the Urinary Tract (CAKUT)
Long-term monitoring of structural kidney and urinary anomalies from birth.
Congenital Anomalies of the Kidney and Urinary Tract (CAKUT) represent the single leading cause of chronic kidney impairment in children worldwide. Many are identified during routine pregnancy anomaly scans (antenatal hydronephrosis) and require structured postnatal clinical follow-up.
Common Symptoms & When to Consult
Signs and clinical presentations evaluated by our pediatric team
Diagnostic Workup & Clinical Evaluation
Precision testing protocols avoiding unnecessary invasive tests
Timing-controlled postnatal KUB ultrasound (avoiding false negatives during early newborn dehydration)
Micturating Cystourethrogram (MCU) to evaluate Posterior Urethral Valves (PUV) and Vesicoureteral Reflux
Nuclear medicine renogram (MAG-3 / DTPA with Lasix) to differentiate obstruction from benign dilatation
DMSA scan to evaluate differential renal functional contribution
Treatment & Therapeutic Protocols
Evidence-based, child-safe management strategies
Conservative non-surgical surveillance for mild-to-moderate non-obstructive hydronephrosis
Long-term medical preservation protocols for children with solitary functioning kidneys
Coordinated surgical management with pediatric urologists for pyeloplasty or valve ablation
Annual growth surveillance, microalbuminuria screening, and blood pressure monitoring
The Pravas Care Guarantee
“Over 70% of mild antenatal hydronephrosis cases resolve completely on their own without surgery when monitored systematically under specialist care.”
Frequently Asked Questions
My pregnancy scan showed fetal hydronephrosis. Does my baby need immediate surgery?
In the majority of cases, no. Most antenatal hydronephrosis is mild or transient. We perform an ultrasound after the first week of life to evaluate the kidney and usually manage it conservatively without surgery.
Can a child lead a normal life with only one kidney?
Yes, absolutely. A single healthy kidney grows larger to perform the work of two. With regular blood pressure checks, avoiding nephrotoxic painkillers, and good hydration, single-kidney children lead completely normal, active lives.
Consultation Desk
Kondapur, Hyderabad
Clinic Location
Shop no 1, above Karachi Bakery, Narsingi, Hyderabad, Telangana 500089.