Urologic considerations in the newborn.

The management of the neonate will continue to hold a special interest for the urologic surgeon because of the many unique aspects of neonatal physiology and pathology that must be considered. I would anticipate that the number of referrals will continue to increase, from awareness of familial patterns of urologic disorders, from recognition of obstructive uropathy with prenatal ultrasound, and from improved survival of very sick neonates by our pediatric colleagues. The urologist who wishes to participate in the care of these sick newborns must become familiar with the unique aspects of care that these babies demand. The future promises to be challenging, but exciting.