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Retrospective Evaluation of a Cohort of Patients Diagnosed With Pre- and Postnatal Urinary Dilatation: Outcome and Long-term Follow-up
Led by IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna · Updated on 2025-01-08
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What this Trial Is About
Urinary tract dilatation is a common congenital condition in children often detected earlier today due to advances in prenatal imaging. This research evaluates patients diagnosed with urinary tract dilatation either before or after birth, aiming to understand diagnostic approaches, progression, and long-term outcomes. The study also explores which dilatations require closer follow-up and additional testing, such as micturition cystourethrography and renal scintigraphy, and assesses the value of prenatal versus postnatal screening. The study retrospectively reviews records of pediatric patients diagnosed with urinary tract dilatation from prenatal or postnatal ultrasound between January 2000 and August 2021. It includes analysis of ultrasound measurements and follow-up imaging to identify significant abnormalities. The research focuses on monitoring the size, presence of hyperechogenicity, renal and bladder anomalies, and kidney diameters to better guide management and reduce unnecessary procedures. Participants will have their ultrasound data reviewed for size parameters, hyperechogenicity, and abnormalities at baseline and during follow-up periods. Researchers aim to correlate ultrasound findings with clinical outcomes to guide future monitoring strategies. The study involves analyzing multiple ultrasound reports over time to evaluate the progression and outcomes of urinary tract dilatation, helping inform better screening and treatment decisions for affected children.
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Brief Title
Retrospective Evaluation of a Cohort of Patients Diagnosed With Pre- and Postnatal Urinary Dilatation: Outcome and Long-term Follow-up
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Pediatric patients referred between January 1, 2000 and August 31, 2021 for prenatal or postnatal urinary tract dilatation diagnosis
- Urinary tract dilatation documented on at least one postnatal ultrasound with measurements
- At least one additional postnatal ultrasound performed during follow-up
You will not qualify if you...
- Missing crucial clinical data or incomplete ultrasound reports from at least two follow-up ultrasounds
- Urinary tract dilatation associated with documented kidney stones
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 to 2 visits depending on ultrasound evaluations
Duration - Initial postnatal period following diagnosis
Participants undergo diagnostic imaging evaluations including ultrasound and possibly second-level imaging such as micturition cystourethrography and renal scintigraphy to assess urinary tract dilatation.
At least 1 postnatal ultrasound and additional imaging as needed
Duration - Months to years depending on clinical course
Participants are monitored over time with repeated postnatal ultrasounds to track changes in urinary tract dilatation and assess progression or resolution.
Multiple follow-up ultrasound visits during the study period
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna
Bologna, Italy, 40138
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Research Team
C
Claudio La Scola, MD, PhD
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