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Interposition of ileum in the ureter: a clinical study with
Author(s) -
Shokeir A.A.
Publication year - 1997
Publication title -
british journal of urology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.773
H-Index - 148
eISSN - 1464-410X
pISSN - 0007-1331
DOI - 10.1046/j.1464-410x.1997.03353.x
Subject(s) - ureter , medicine , ileum , urinary system , renal function , intravenous urography , urology , pyelogram , ultrasonography , surgery
Objective To present the long‐term results of the interposition of ileum in the ureter. Patients and methods An ileal loop was interposed to replace a long defect of the upper ureter, with preservation of lower ureteric continuity, in nine patients (mean age 35 years, range 18–58). Patients were followed regularly for a mean of 5.2 years (range 2–7) and assessed using renal ultrasonography, isotopic renography and intravenous urography. Results Urinary drainage was satisfactory and renal function and configuration were improved. None of the patients experienced metabolic acidosis or electrolyte disturbances despite receiving no medication. Conclusion These results were encouraging and further clinical experience is needed to confirm that ileal interposition of the ureter is a safe and effective procedure.