The role of DMSA renal scintigraphy in the first episode of urinary tract infection in childhood.

Objective: The role of dimercaptosuccinic acid (DMSA) renal scintigraphy in the first episode of urinary tract infection (UTI) has been the subject of debate for many years. The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship of voiding cystourethrography (VCUG), renal ultrasonography and DMSA renal scintigraphy and to detect renal parenchymal changes by performing DMSA renal scintigraphy at 6 months after the first episode of UTI.

Methods: A prospective study was conducted in 67 hospitalized children (46 boys, 21 girls).