Review Article

A Review of the Effect of Injected Dextranomer/Hyaluronic Acid Copolymer Volume on Reflux Correction Following Endoscopic Injection

Table 1

Reported variables associated with VUR correction using Dx/HA.

Variables associated with VUR correction following Dx/HA
injection

(1) Mound morphology
(2) Grade of VUR
(3) Surgeon experience/learning curve
(4) Injection technique
(5) Volume of Dx/HA
(6) Absence of ureteric dilatation
(7) Location of ureteral orifice (degree of lateral ectopia)
(8) Age of patient
(9) Resident participation
(10) Fewer needle insertions
(11) Absence or correction of lower urinary tract symptoms