Results of operative treatment of vesicoureteral reflux by the Leadbetter-Politano method in children.

In this work the results of vesicoureteroplasty performed by the Leadbetter-Politano method in 77 children are presented. The indications for a vesicoureteroplasty procedure are outlined. Bad results are analysed and the causes of failure and possibilities of preventing them are considered. Probable causes of vesicoureteral reflux on the side opposite to the operated one, and the influence of coexisting congenital anomalies of urinary tract upon operative results are discussed.