Pediatric Urology Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary concern regarding the shorter urethra in infants?

Increased risk of dehydration
Decreased bladder capacity
Improper maturation of reproductive organs
Increased risk for bacteria entry into bladder (correct)

At what age does a child's bladder typically reach adult capacity?

By 2 years
By 1 year (correct)
By 6 months
By 3 years

Which laboratory test is commonly utilized to assess kidney function in children?

Cystoscopy
Creatinine clearance (correct)
Renal biopsy
Voiding cystourethrogram

Which of the following structural disorders is characterized by a misplacement of the urethral opening?

Hypospadias (D) Signup and view all the answers

What condition is characterized by urine flowing back into the ureters from the bladder?

Vesicoureteral reflux (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of hypospadias?

The urethral meatus is inferior to its usual position. (A) Signup and view all the answers

When is surgical correction for hypospadias typically performed?

During the second 6 months of the boy's life. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What condition is described by urine flowing backward up the ureter?

Vesicoureteral reflux (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of vesicoureteral reflux?

Visible urinary tract obstruction (B) Signup and view all the answers

What can cause hydronephrosis?

Backflow of urine into the kidney. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the usual age for diagnosing vesicoureteral reflux in children?

Between 2 and 3 years of age (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions involves an obstruction along the ureter?

Obstructive uropathy (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the management of circumcision in relation to hypospadias surgery?

Circumcision cannot be done until after the surgical repair. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a major complication of testicular torsion if left untreated?

Increased risk of testicular cancer (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of scrotal pain?

Epididymitis (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential benefit of circumcision?

Decreased incidence of urinary tract infections (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which condition occurs when a testicle is abnormally attached to the scrotum and twisted?

Testicular torsion (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended therapeutic management for epididymitis?

Eradication of bacteria with antibiotics (C) Signup and view all the answers

At what age is testicular torsion most commonly observed?

Ages 12 to 18 years (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions is associated with a history of maternal diabetes?

Cryptorchidism (B) Signup and view all the answers

What risk is associated with untreated epididymitis?

Scrotal abscess or testicular infarction (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Infant urethra risk

Shorter length increases the risk of bacteria entering the bladder.

Bladder capacity age

A child's bladder typically reaches adult capacity by 1 year of age.