Paediatric Nephrology

Our paediatric nephrologist in Kolkata specialises in diagnosing, treating and managing different types of disorders which may affect the kidney and urinary tract, for instance, inherited kidney diseases, high blood pressure, kidney failure, urinary tract infections, kidney stones, and urine abnormalities such as protein and blood. 

Kidney-related conditions in Children treated by Pediatric Nephrologists

• Urinary tract infections (UTI) that may lead to kidney damage
• Congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract (CAKUT)
• Renal tubular disorders like bartter syndrome or renal tubular acidosis 
• Nephrotic syndrome
• Haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS)
• Inherited kidney diseases such as polycystic kidney disease 

You can consider paediatric nephrology if your child has symptoms like

• Blood in the urine
• Urinary tract infections
• Abnormal kidney function 
• Electrolyte imbalances
• Congenital kidney anomalies 

We offer a range of treatment options to young patients for treating paediatric kidney diseases. These options depend upon the specific renal condition and its severity, such as

• Medication – There are numerous renal conditions in children that can be managed easily with medication, for instance, Immunosuppressive treatments for autoimmune disorders, antibiotics for urinary tract infections and medicines to manage blood pressure and reduce proteinuria in nephritic syndrome. 
• Surgery – It may become necessary to correct the kidneys structural abnormalities or urinary tract, for instance, in obstructive uropathy or congenital anomalies. 
• Dialysis – We recommend dialysis to children with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) so their kidneys perform enough to remove waste and filter blood. The options can be either peritoneal dialysis or haemodialysis. Our team will help you make the right decision on which is the best option for you and your family. 
• Dietary and lifestyle modifications – Our doctors suggest dietary and lifestyle modifications to reduce the workload on the kidneys with protein restriction, sodium/fluid restriction and potassium and phosphate control. 

Unlike adult nephrology, paediatric nephrology primarily focuses upon infants, newborns, children and adolescents – especially the child from 0 to 10 years. It treats diseases like genetic disorders, congenital anomalies, and nephritic syndrome. The field needs a customised approach as compared to adult nephrology to address the unique psychosocial and physiological needs of a child.

At CMRI hospital, we have a dedicated team of expert urologists, paediatric nephrologists and other specialists who specialise in caring for children with kidney diseases. With advanced medical infrastructure, we are committed to providing the best patient care, including for children. 

We have expertise to address bedwetting concerns among children. Our experts perform comprehensive renal histopathology and ultrasound-guided kidney biopsy to diagnosekidney diseases among children. At our hospital, we have the paediatric intensive care unit to manage renal issues in children who are critically ill.