Primary non-refluxing megaureters

The diagnostic work up should include an ultrasound, a micturating cystourethrogram and an isotopic renogram. Most primary megaureters regress spontaneously or remain stable without compromising renal function, but 10-25% require surgery because of a progressive reduction in renal function or increasing dilatation, or because they become symptomatic. The basic principles of surgical repair include: resection of the obstructing segment, reduction in size of the dilated ureter, and re-implantation into the bladder using an anti-reflux technique.