Objective: The aim of this review article is to provide a practical and concise overview of diagnosis and management of pregnancy with fetal lower urinary tract obstruction.
Methods: Review of literature and current studies.
Conclusion: Proper diagnosis and management of isolated fetal lower urinary tract obstruction with oligohydramnios allows appropriate implementation of intrauterine treatment in indicated cases. The treatment is a prevention of pulmonary hypoplasia and also improves renal function; this finally contributes to the improvement of overall perinatal morbidity and mortality.
Keywords: fetal cystoscopy; fetal lower urinary tract obstruction; posterior urethral valve; vesicoamniotic shunting.