Vesicoureteric reflux and renal malformations: a developmental problem

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Vesicoureteric reflux (VUR) is a congenital urinary tract defect caused by the failure of the ureter to insert correctly into the bladder. It occurs in up to 1% of the general population and is associated with recurrent urinary tract infections and renal failure. Despite treatment of affected children for the past 40 years, the incidence of end-stage renal disease secondary to VUR has not decreased. Twin and...

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