A Case of Vesicourachal Diverticulum.
- Author:
Min Woo SO
1
;
Hyung Jin KIM
;
Bong Kuk KIM
Author Information
1. Department of Urology, Chonbuk National University, Medical School, ChonJu, Korea.
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
vesicourachal diverticulum
- MeSH:
Classification;
Diverticulum*;
Embryology;
Humans;
Infant;
Male;
Umbilicus;
Urachus;
Urinary Bladder;
Urinary Tract Infections
- From:Korean Journal of Urology
1989;30(2):266-269
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
The urachus is a vestigial structure extending from the apex of the bladder to the umbilicus. Embryololigically, the urachus becomes obliterated during the third month of fetal life, but incomplete regression of the urachus results in anomalies. Urachal anomalies are very rare and present with varied appearances, one of which is vesicourachal diverticulum. Recently, we experienced a case of vesicourachal diverticulum complained of recurrent urinary tract infection in 13 month old male. Embryology, classification, clinical presentation, diagnostic modalities and treatment of urachal anomalies are reviewed.
