How to Handle a Newborn with a Single Kidney and Hydronephrosis?

Question

How to handle a newborn with a single kidney and hydronephrosis?

Answer

Newborns with hydronephrosis should receive immediate surgical treatment to preserve kidney function. The surgical method typically involves ligation nephroureteroplasty (Anderson procedure), which can be performed through traditional laparotomy or minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. The goal of the treatment is to protect kidney function. Parents should closely monitor their child’s symptoms and seek medical attention promptly, avoiding self-administration of medication.