CURRENT STATUS OF THE PROBLEM OF HYDRONEPHROSIS IN CHILDREN

Abstract

The review examines current aspects of the diagnosis, pathogenesis, classification, and treatment of hydronephrosis in children, with particular attention paid to minimally invasive surgical techniques and the specifics of antenatal diagnosis. Current data on the prevalence of the disease, pathophysiological mechanisms, features of the clinical picture, and effective approaches to the correction of hydronephrosis, based on the latest research for the period 2022-2024, are presented. Particular attention is paid to a comparative analysis of traditional and modern treatment methods, as well as the postoperative management of patients. The work demonstrates the practical significance of using new technologies in pediatric urology and emphasizes the need for further research in this area