The RELIEF ureteral stent, the brainchild of Dr. Lee Ponksy, chairman of UH’s Urology Institute, has been cleared by the U.S.

This procedure allows evaluation for vesicoureteral reflux, and structural abnormalities of the urethra in boys. VCUG should be used in children with suspected dysfunctional voiding. Children who ...

1 Department of Medical Ultrasound, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China 2 Department of Pediatric Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China Background: ...

Koff et al. (6) showed that voiding and defecatory symptoms, such as infrequent urination and fecal retention, are associated with vesicoureteral reflux and urinary tract infection, suggesting a worse ...

Several things can trigger acid reflux or a GERD episode, including some eating habits (like having dinner very late at night) or eating certain foods (like spicy, acidic, or fatty foods).

Mild cases of acid reflux can often be prevented by adopting a few lifestyle changes, such as avoiding certain foods or not lying down immediately after a meal. Acid reflux is also known as ...

When it comes to your esophagus, not so much. Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a common condition that causes acid to splash from the stomach into the esophagus.

Holding urine, while seemingly harmless occasionally, can have significant health consequences. The bladder stretches, increasing the risk of urinary tract infections, kidney damage, and pelvic ...

Despite the 1999 American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) policy statement indicating that routine neonatal circumcision is not medically necessary, circumcision continues to be the most frequently ...

Small amounts of protein can appear in your urine and be OK. Above a certain level, however, may indicate proteinuria, which can be a red flag for kidney disease. Proteins are among the most ...

Calcium. A higher intake of calcium (>500mg/day) may be helpful in preventing non-erosive reflux disease (NERD), especially in men. Heartburn is a common symptom of NERD. Study authors suggest that ...

Credit: Getty Images Our easy-to-read fact sheet provides an overview of silent reflux, a condition often confused for gastroesophageal reflux disease. Our easy-to-read fact sheets provide clinicians ...