Urology Resources
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Urology Referrals
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At the CHOC Urology Center, we are committed to supporting our patients and their families throughout treatment. Because we know that urology diagnoses often come with many questions, we are proud to offer a variety of resources that may be helpful for families whose children are being treated in our center. It is important that our patients still feel and act like kids and that their families get the support they need to focus on what is most important: patient recovery. We are by your side every step of the way with detailed information, guides and more.
Health Features
Healthcare
New clinical evidence shifts approach to vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) care
The practice of treating vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) with follow-up tests is questioned by CHOC urologists because it’s often unnecessary.
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COVID-19
CHOC-UCI Pediatric Urology study illustrates how COVID-19 delayed emergency care
Patients delayed seeking treatment in the ER following the onset of symptoms of a testicular torsion during the beginning of the pandemic
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Healthcare
Western Pediatric Urology Consortium (WPUC) Aims to Develop More Impactful and Meaningful Research in Pediatric Urology
The merging of clinical experience, surgical expertise and evidence-based practices is critical for obtaining the best outcomes for patients.
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Healthcare
Virtual pediatric lecture series: Bladder function and dysfunction
CHOC’s virtual pediatric lecture series continues with “Bladder function and dysfunction: Woes for primary care clinicians.”
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Healthcare
Silk Biomaterial Research Advances Urologic Treatment Capabilities
The Urology Center at CHOC is collaborating with Joshua Mauney, PhD and Jerry D. Choate Presidential Chair in Urology Tissue Engineering in UC Irvine.
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Healthcare
CHOC makes advancements for neurogenic bladder patients
A bladder pressure/volume diary helps patients monitor pressure at home and reduces the need for frequent video urodynamics or urodynamics.
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Cancer / Oncology
CHOC recognized as one of nation’s best children’s hospitals
CHOC is among a select group of pediatric facilities nationwide to be ranked as a best children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report.
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Cancer / Oncology
CHOC recognized as one of nation’s best children’s hospitals
CHOC is one of only 50 pediatric facilities in the nation to earn recognition as a best children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report.
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Healthcare
Dr. Heidi Stephany Joins CHOC Urology Team
Dr. Stephany’s clinical interests include complex reconstructive surgery, specifically hypospadias and disorders of sexual differentiation.
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Learn more about health topics from our experts. From bedwetting to UTI, our health features have facts that parents should know. Read more on choc.org/health.
Guides, Forms, and Support
Bladder Exstrophy Support Group
The Association for the Bladder Exstrophy Community (ABC), established in June 1991, is an international support group network comprising individuals with bladder exstrophy, local parent-exstrophy support groups and health care providers who work with patients and families living with bladder exstrophy. We encourage you to log on to http://bladderexstrophy.com for more information.
Bristol Stool Chart
The Bristol Stool Chart is a reference for parents to identify the consistency and shape of a child’s stools. This helps determine if a child is having healthy bowel movements or if they may be constipated or have a urological/gastrological problem. View the Bristol Stool Chart.
Helpful Forms
Home Manometry
CHOC Urology Center we are proud to offer home manometry resources that may be helpful for families whose children have spina bifida and neurogenic bladder. Our instructional videos provide information on how to record home bladder pressure and volume measurements.
Important Instructions & Information
Steps for Bowel Clean Out with Miralax
Some conditions, such as severe constipation, may require a child to have his or her bowel cleaned out. Our team has designed a bowel clean out program based on a patient’s weight. View our steps for a bowel clean out with Miralax.
Surgery Post-Operative Instructions
We know that families have a lot of questions about what to expect and how to prepare for their child’s surgery and recovery. Learn about our urology surgeries and procedures.
iReflux Risk Calculator
We have developed an iReflux Risk Calculator for predicting the risk of breakthrough urinary tract infections with children with vesicoureteral reflux.
Water Intake
Not drinking enough water can be a factor in variety of diagnoses. Learn how much water your child should drink each day based on their age.