Radiodiagnostic Evaluation of Posterior Urethral Valve Complicated by Obstructive Uropathy due to Late Presentation – A Case Report and Review of the Literature

Abstract Posterior urethral valves (PUVs) are abnormal folds or membranes occurring at different levels of the posterior urethra, almost exclusively in males, and causing obstructive uropathy. Early prenatal diagnosis is important to prevent impaired renal function. The case of a 7-year-old boy with complications of obstructive uropathy arising from late presentation of PUV is presented. The benefits of abdominal ultrasound and micturating cystourethrography in diagnosis and management options for the patient were highlighted, which prompted surgical intervention, which appeared successful.