in 2 slides, to let public understand recurrent urinary tract infection can cause irreversible renal scarring in children. In long term, this could lead to hypertension, proteinuria and renal impairment in the future. Preferably in image
in 2 slides, to let public understand recurrent urinary tract infection can cause irreversible renal scarring in children. In long term, this could lead to hypertension, proteinuria and renal impairment in the future. Preferably in image
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Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) can lead to pyelonephritis and permanent renal scarring in children, affecting 15-60% of those impacted. The presence of vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) significantly increases this risk. Over time, renal scarring may progress to lifelong kidney disease, with hypertension and proteinuria developing in 10-30% of cases. Early recognition of recurrent or high-risk UTIs is crucial for prevention.