Análisis actualizado sobre la efectividad de las opciones terapéuticas del reflujo vesico-ureteral primario

Abstract

The following Conclusions were drawn from the results obtained and from the analysis of the texts. Both medical and surgical treatment present similar effectiveness concerning resolution of grades I, II and III VUR, and the former one is the recommended initial treatment following diagnosis. Endoscopic treatment is exactly as effective as open surgery for grades I, II and III with fewer undesirable secondary effects. There are no differences concerning the efficacy of the different injected substances. Not enough evidences exist for degrees IV and V that may recommend or advise against any of the treatments. In any degree of VUR, open surgical treatment is superior as far as medical treatment is concerned only regarding the number of acute pyelonephritis episodes during follow-up. This conclusion cannot be applied on endoscopic treatment.