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Percutaneous Nephrostomy in Pelviureteric Junction Obstruction in Children
Author(s) -
MAN D. W. K.,
HENDRY G. M. A.,
HAMDY M. H.
Publication year - 1983
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 - 10.1111/j.1464-410x.1983.tb03321.x
Subject(s) - percutaneous nephrostomy , hydronephrosis , medicine , nephrostomy , percutaneous , radiology , surgery , ureteropelvic junction , urinary system
Summary— Percutaneous nephrostomy using ultrasound guidance with the pigtail catheter is very useful in dealing with problems associated with pelvic hydronephrosis in children. It is safe, easy to perform and free of complications. Three cases are presented with a note on the technique. The role of percutaneous nephrostomy in pelviureteric junction obstruction in children is outlined.