Abstract
End-to-end of terminal ureteral segments seems to be a good alternative to terminal cutaneous ureterostomy in very selected cases (patients with short life-expectancy or when it is impossible to utilize the bowel for urinary diversion). An end-to-end ureteral anastomosis (UA) drained by a single percutaneous nephrostomy is proposed as an alternative to permanent cutaneous ureterostomy. In eight patients who underwent radical cystectomy, an end-to-end UA was realized. All patients had an advanced pelvic neoplasm and/or severe comorbidities with a short life-expectancy. End-to-end UA is a very simple intervention, well tolerated by the patient that requires only the periodic substitution of the nephrostomy. In very selected cases (patients with short life-expectancy, advanced disease) end-to-end UA is a quick and easy way to divert the urine after bladder removal.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
