Lower urinary tract dysfunction in children with cerebral palsy and it’s correlation with bladder wall thickness with non-invasive ultrasound

Children with cerebral palsy (CP) have been reported to have a high prevalence of lower urinary tract dysfunctions (LUTD) like urgency, urge incontinence, and recurrent urinary tract infections (UTI), which range from 30% to more than 60%.e common reasons attributable are central nervous system abnormalities, impaired cognitive and communication abilities, and reduced mobility. [1]Most children with CP eventually attain complete bladder control, but at an age later than unaffected children.Damage to the upper urinary tract and issues like vesico-urethral reflux and hydroureteronephrosis are not commonly reported, and kidneys are usually found to be normal on ultrasonic imaging.