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The review aims to summarize the historical understanding and current management principles of the ureterovesical junction in vesicoureteral reflux.

July 13, 2026

Ureterovesical Junction and Waldeyer's Sheath: A Narrative Review Applied to Vesicoureteral Reflux.

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The review aims to summarize the historical understanding and current management principles of the ureterovesical junction in vesicoureteral reflux.
Narrative analysis of historical anatomical literature and surgical innovations
Emphasis on contributors to UVJ understanding and surgical techniques
Discussion of contemporary management strategies for UVJ pathology
Historical descriptions highlighted the importance of intramural ureter and trigonal anatomy.
Recognition of vesicoureteral reflux as a significant pediatric urologic condition followed the advent of cystography.
Fundamental surgical principles for UVJ reconstruction, including adequate submucosal tunnel length and preservation of vascularity, remain relevant.

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Narrative review explores anatomical evolution and surgical strategies in managing vesicoureteral reflux.

Favorito et al. (2026) studied this question.

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