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Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR) Surgery

medical tourism Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR) Surgery

For families seeking treatment for vesicoureteral reflux, medical tourism offers access to world-class pediatric urology centers at 60-75% lower costs than Western countries. Leading destinations like India, Turkey, South Korea, and Germany provide advanced VUR treatments including endoscopic Deflux injections and robotic ureteral reimplantation in JCI-accredited children’s hospitals, performed by surgeons specializing in 100+ annual reflux cases.

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Urological surgery Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR) Surgery

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Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR) Surgery

Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is a urinary tract condition where urine flows backward from the bladder into the ureters/kidneys, increasing the risk of kidney infections and scarring. It affects 1-3% of children and often requires surgical correction if severe.

When is Surgery Needed?

Grade IV-V reflux (severe cases)
Recurrent UTIs despite antibiotics
Kidney damage (scarring on ultrasound/DMSA scan)
Failed conservative management

Surgical Treatment Options

ProcedureMethodSuccess RateRecovery
Endoscopic Injection (Deflux)Minimally invasive gel injection75-85%1-2 days
Open Ureteral ReimplantationSurgical repositioning of ureters95-98%3-5 days
Laparoscopic/Robotic ReimplantationMinimally invasive approach90-95%2-3 days

Surgical Procedure Overview

  1. General anesthesia
  2. Deflux injection (for endoscopic) or ureter repositioning (for reimplantation)
  3. Stent placement (if needed)
  4. Procedure duration: 30-90 minutes

Recovery & Aftercare

  • Hospital stay: Outpatient (Deflux) or 1-3 days (reimplantation)
  • Antibiotics: 3-6 months post-op
  • Follow-up: Ultrasound & VCUG at 3-6 months
  • Full recovery: 2-4 weeks

Success Rates & Risks

  • Deflux: 80% success after 1-2 treatments
  • Reimplantation: >95% success long-term
  • Potential risks: UTIs, persistent reflux, ureteral obstruction