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    Ask a volunteer nurse about patient care. It is vital that you understand that she cannot substitute for face-to-face treatment by a doctor. However, if you would like to talk to a professional nurse, this link may help you.

Pediatric Urologists

Dr. Moneer K. Hanna in New Jersey has over 25 years experience in dealing with complex urological problems in infants and children. His web site features articles about megaureters, reflux and lower urinary tract reconstruction.

Dr. Israel Franco is with Pediatric Urology Associates, P.C., a practice that has offices in the New York City and Long Island area. Dr. Franco's web page describes prune belly syndrome and its surgical management and includes pre and post-operative pictures.

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Reference Materials

E-Medicine article written in 2001 and geared to the medical professional. This is a comprehensive look at the syndrome. Recent improvements in prognosis are noted and sample x-rays are included.

Nursing paper by a third-year student about care for the newborn with prune belly syndrome and the newborn's family.

Description of corrective surgery on a toddler at Cedars-Sinai. This is Cedar-Sinai's press release.

National Kidney Foundation has a message board and also expert volunteers who will answer questions.

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