Hi, I have Tethered Spinal Cord Syndrome. One of my side effects is a neurogenic bladder in which a urinary catheter is the only way I can empty my bladder. I have had this now for 8 years since my TSC was diagnosed and I had surgery. And I admit I let my bladder get very full at times before I use the catheter. Now my question was in regards to Reflux Nephropathy, I was going to go to my urologist for a bladder scan and whatever else he had wanted to do. Is there any chance that this has occurred with my condition, and would my kidneys be at risk? Thanks for your help, Kyle Salerno

Summarized question: Does reflux nephropathy cause kidney damage?