Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: The present study recorded the cases of congenital obstructive nephropathy in children. Materials & Methods: The present study was conducted on 46 children age ranged 1- 10 years of both genders. Etiology and clinical features were recorded in all patients. Results: Out of 46, boys were 26 and girls were 20. Congenital uretero-pelvic junction obstruction was etiologic agent in 32 and posterior urethral valve in 14. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Hypertension (23) and UTI (14) were predictors for development of chronic kidney disease in children. Conclusion: Authors found that hypertension and frequent UTI were observed to be strongly associated with progression of CKD. Key words: Congenital obstructive nephropathy, Hypertension, UTI