Open AccessUse of ileum for complex ureteric reconstruction: Assessment of long-term outcome, complications, and impact on renal function
Author(s) -
Yash G Pamecha,
Umesh Ravikant Shelke,
Bhushan Patil,
Sujata Patwardhan,
Siddharth Kini
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
urology annals
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.355
H-Index - 20
eISSN - 0974-7834
pISSN - 0974-7796
DOI - 10.4103/ua.ua_5_18
Subject(s) - medicine , ureter , complication , surgery , creatinine , ileum , renal function , ileus , urology , urinary system
Defect in ureteral continuity can be due to various etiologies. The surgical options for management of complex long-segment ureteric defects are limited. Use of ileum is indicated in these cases; however, the technique is challenging and outcomes need to be assessed in detail.