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Posterior urethral valve
MONDO:0019640Posterior urethral valve (PUV) is the most common anomaly of fetal lower urinary tract obstruction (LUTO) and is characterized by an abnormal congenital obstructing membrane that is located within the posterior urethra associated with significant obstruction of the male bladder restricting normal bladder emptying.
Also known as: PUV, Posterior Urethral Valves, congenital posterior urethral valves, Posterior urethral valves
19 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Which drug works better after infant valve surgery? new study compares mirabegron and oxybutynin
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at two drugs, mirabegron and oxybutynin, in 52 children over age 3 who had surgery for posterior urethral valves. The goal was to see which drug better improves bladder and kidney function and reduces urinary tract infections. Researchers also checked safety by …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: South Valley University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sweat sensor could replace needles for kidney patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new wearable patch that collects sweat to measure sodium and creatinine levels, which are important for monitoring kidney health and dehydration. Five adults with kidney disease wore the patch while their sweat was analyzed using a special light-based techniqu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Gene sequencing uncovers mysterious fetal malformations
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a powerful DNA test called high-throughput exome sequencing can find genetic causes of multiple birth defects in fetuses when standard exams fail. Researchers studied 100 fetuses with at least two malformations and no prior diagnosis. They compared the n…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Speedy gene test aims to give answers on birth defects in just 7 days
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a fast type of genetic test called rapid genome sequencing can find the cause of birth defects seen on ultrasound more quickly than current methods. Researchers included 184 pregnancies with certain ultrasound findings. The goal was to see if results cou…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC