Creation of a Pilot Surgical Program for the Comprehensive Management of Patients with Congenital Urological Malformations

Abstract Objectives Congenital malformations constitute the first cause of morbidity and mortality in childhood Latin America. That is why, since 2001, a surveillance system for congenital has been implemented Bogota - Colombia. However, despite increase detection, an impact on treatment not achieved. The present study describes our experience with novel social program focused urologic disorders. Methods manuscript retrospective observational study. We reviewed two national databases containing patients malformations. Patients were actively contacted to verify status Children whom malformation was confirmed offered free consultation multidisciplinary group. After screening surgical indications, scheduled surgery. Results Between November 2018 December 2019, 60 identified. In total 44, attended consultation; remaining did attend due financial or travel limitations. most common condition assessed hypospadias. total, 29 underwent cost care US$ 5,800. Conclusions Active search improves attention times reduces burden disease. limitations be resolved include optimizing transportation their families, which frequent limitation access health care.