genitourinary malformations

What are Common Types of Genitourinary Malformations?

Some common types include:
Hypospadias: A condition where the urethral opening is located on the underside of the penis rather than at the tip.
Cryptorchidism: The absence of one or both testes from the scrotum.
Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR): A condition where urine flows backward from the bladder into the ureters and kidneys.
Posterior Urethral Valves (PUV): Obstructive membranes in the male urethra that can lead to kidney damage.
Hydronephrosis: Swelling of a kidney due to a build-up of urine.
Ambiguous Genitalia: A condition where the external genitalia do not appear clearly male or female.

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