Abstract

Vesicoureteric reflux (VUR) is a common cause of repeated urinary tract infections (UTIs) in children. Vesicostomy is considered in selective cases of high grade as an initial temporary procedure to effectively empty the bladder, prevent urinary stasis and chances of reflux, and reduce the incidence of UTI, thereby protecting the upper tracts. The most commonly followed temporary urinary diversion procedure is the one described by Blocksom in 1957. The method is simple, effective, and easy to perform, reversible, protects the upper tracts, and minimizes the incidence of UTIs. Keywords: Vesicoureteric Reflux, Temporary Urinary Diversion, Vesicostomy, Blocksom Vesicostomy, Reversible.

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