Fetal lower urinary tract obstruction

This study tests whether giving oxybutynin syrup early (starting at 3-6 months old) can improve bladder function in boys born with posterior urethral valves, a condition that blocks urine flow. Fifty boys who had valve surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either oxybutyni…

This early-phase trial at Mayo Clinic is testing whether it is possible to transplant a bladder along with a kidney in people who have kidney failure due to bladder problems. Up to 30 participants will receive both organs from a deceased donor. The goal is to see if the bladder w…

This study tests a step-by-step treatment plan for fetuses with lower urinary tract obstruction (LUTO), a condition where a blockage prevents urine from leaving the bladder. Doctors will use either a shunt to drain urine or a tiny scope to clear the blockage. The goal is to see i…

This study aims to understand the quality of life of school-aged children who were treated for posterior urethral valves (PUV) in their first year of life. PUV is a rare birth defect that can affect kidney and bladder function. Researchers will use a standard questionnaire called…