Pediatric Urology Glossary
100 terms total — 24 showing — Last updated 15 Sep 2026
VCUG VCUG
Voiding cystourethrogram, an imaging study to evaluate bladder function and detect reflux.
micturating cystourethrogram
Radiological study using contrast to evaluate bladder and urethral anatomy during voiding.
Mitrofanoff procedure
Surgical creation of a continent catheterizable channel connecting the bladder to the skin surface, typically using the...
myelodysplasia
Abnormal development of the spinal cord resulting in neurogenic bladder and bowel dysfunction, commonly seen in spina bi...
neurogenic bladder
Bladder dysfunction resulting from neurological conditions affecting nerve control of urination.
nocturia
The need to wake from sleep to urinate one or more times during the night in children who should have achieved nocturnal...
nocturnal enuresis
Involuntary nighttime urination in children beyond the expected age of bladder control.
orchidopexy
Surgical procedure to move an undescended testis into the scrotum and secure it in position.
paraphimosis
Urological emergency where retracted foreskin becomes trapped behind the glans and cannot be reduced.
penile torsion
Rotational deformity of the penis around its longitudinal axis, often associated with hypospadias.
penoscrotal transposition
A rare congenital anomaly where the scrotum is positioned superior to the penis on the ventral surface.
perineal hypospadias
Severe form of hypospadias where the urethral opening is located on the perineum rather than the glans or penile shaft.
perineal urethrostomy
A surgical procedure creating a urethral opening in the perineum, typically for severe hypospadias.
phimosis
Inability to retract the foreskin over the glans penis due to tight preputial opening.
PIC cystography
Pressure flow Infusion Cystography, specialized study combining bladder filling with pressure monitoring.
posterior sagittal anorectoplasty
A surgical approach for treating anorectal malformations involving division through the posterior sagittal plane.
posterior urethral valves
Congenital obstructive tissue folds in the male urethra causing urinary obstruction.
preputial island flap
A vascularized flap of preputial skin used for urethral reconstruction in hypospadias repair.
prune belly syndrome
Rare congenital disorder characterized by absent abdominal muscles, urinary tract abnormalities, and cryptorchidism.
PSARP
Posterior sagittal anorectoplasty, a surgical technique used to repair anorectal malformations and cloacal anomalies.
pubic symphysis
Bony landmark at the front of the pelvis, important for surgical approaches and anatomical reference.
PUV
Abbreviation for posterior urethral valves, congenital obstructive tissue in the male urethra.
pyelonephritis
Bacterial infection of the kidney and renal pelvis, particularly concerning in pediatric patients.
pyeloplasty
Surgical procedure to repair ureteropelvic junction obstruction by reconstructing the connection between kidney and uret...
reflux nephropathy
Kidney scarring and damage resulting from chronic vesicoureteral reflux and associated urinary tract infections.