Journal of Pediatric Urology
Volume 3, Issue 6 , Pages 466-468, December 2007

The bear paw: A radiologic sign for congenital ureteropelvic junction obstruction

  • Ryan P. Terlecki

      Affiliations

    • Wayne State University, Department of Urology, 4160 John R. Street, Suite 1017, Detroit, MI 48201, USA
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  • Gordon A. McLorie

      Affiliations

    • Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, Department of Urology, Medical Center Boulevard, Winston-Salem, NC 27157, USA

Received 21 April 2007; accepted 15 May 2007. published online 28 July 2007.

Abstract 

This article defines a new radiographic descriptor of high-grade hydronephrosis suggestive of ureteropelvic junction obstruction that is easily recognized by urologists and non-urologists alike. This is useful information for medical personnel participating in the management of children with hydronephrosis.

Keywords: Hydronephrosis, Congenital, Ureteropelvic junction obstruction, UPJO, Ultrasound, Sonography

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PII: S1477-5131(07)00340-3

doi:10.1016/j.jpurol.2007.05.004

Journal of Pediatric Urology
Volume 3, Issue 6 , Pages 466-468, December 2007

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