Pediatric Urology

Yu-Hua FanTaiwan Speaker Updates on Vesicoureteral RefluxVesicoureteral reflux (VUR) remains a critical topic in pediatric urology, with ongoing debates surrounding its diagnosis, management, and long-term outcomes. This presentation will provide an updated overview of the current understanding of VUR, including recent advances in imaging techniques, risk stratification, and non-surgical versus surgical treatment options. Emerging evidence on the natural history of VUR, the role of continuous antibiotic prophylaxis, and evolving criteria for surgical intervention will be discussed. The session will also highlight recent guideline updates, innovations in endoscopic injection materials, and strategies for individualized patient care. By integrating recent clinical data and expert consensus, this talk aims to provide practical insights into optimizing VUR management in contemporary practice.

Sajid SultanPakistan Speaker Urolithiasis in Pediatric Patients

Yu-Chen ChenTaiwan Speaker What We Should Know about Sexual Development Disorders Disorders of Sexual Development (DSDs) represent a spectrum of congenital conditions involving atypical development of chromosomal, gonadal, or anatomical sex. Early identification and accurate diagnosis are essential for guiding clinical management and psychosocial support. This talk will provide an overview of the classification of DSDs, including 46,XX DSD, 46,XY DSD, and sex chromosome DSDs, and highlight key diagnostic steps such as hormonal profiling, genetic testing, and imaging studies. Common conditions such as congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), androgen insensitivity syndrome (AIS), and gonadal dysgenesis will be discussed, with emphasis on a multidisciplinary approach involving pediatric endocrinologists, geneticists, surgeons, and psychologists. Practical considerations in gender assignment, surgical timing, and long-term follow-up will also be addressed. This session aims to equip urology residents with the essential knowledge to recognize and contribute to the care of patients with DSDs.