Developments Regarding Dysfunctional Voiding and Urinary Tract Infections in Children
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Urinary tract infection (UTI) is the most commonly diagnosed bacterial infections of child‐ hood, and have a significant healthcare impact. Renal parenchymal infection and scarring are well-established complications of UTI in children and can lead to renal insufficiency, hy‐ pertension and renal failure. Although frequently encountered and well researched, diagno‐ sis and management of UTI continue to be a controversial issue with many challenges for the clinician [1].
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