Pediatric Duplex Kidney

What is Pediatric Duplex Kidney?

In a normal urinary system, each of a child’s kidneys is connected to a single ureter (tube that drains urine into the bladder). In a child with a duplex kidney, two ureters are coming from a single kidney. Duplex kidneys can occur in only one or both kidneys. Duplex kidneys – also known as a duplicated collecting system – are a fairly common condition in healthy children, and usually do not require treatment.

What are the signs and symptoms of Pediatric Duplex Kidney?

• Frequent leaking of urine
• Obstruction in the urinary tract that causes poor urine flow
• Tissue protruding from the urethra opening in the vagina (in girls)
• Urinary incontinence
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

What are the causes of Pediatric Duplex Kidney?

The cause of duplex kidney is unknown, but is most likely due to genetic factors.