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Kochkin A, Kalfountzos C, Gallyamov E, Biktimirov R, Sanzharov A, Sergeev V, Popov S, Dal Moro F, Tokas T, Gözen AS. Laparoscopic intracorporeal ileal ureter replacement: multi-institutional data from 102 patients. MINIM INVASIV THER 2024; 33:140-146. [PMID: 38265869 DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2024.2302889] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 01/26/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To present long-term results of our laparoscopic intracorporeal ileal ureter replacement (LIUR) cohort, including more complex cases of laparoscopic ileocalycostomy. MATERIAL AND METHODS We collected records of patients undergoing LIUR. Follow-up included a chemical profile and urine cultures. Imaging consisted of renal ultrasonography, excretory urography, cystography, and computer tomographic or magnetic resonance urography. RESULTS One hundred and two patients were included. Stricture location was left (46.1%), right (39.2%), or bilateral (14.7%). No open conversion was performed. Seventy-four patients (72.5%) underwent a total ureteral unit removal. The mean operative time was 289.4 (120 - 680) minutes. The estimated blood loss was 185.2 (10-400) mL. Three patients had intraoperative complications, and fifteen had early postoperative complications. The mean postoperative hospital stay was 12.2 (7-35) days. The mean follow-up duration period was 37.7 (12-162) months. Most patients' follow-up was uneventful (88%), and seven patients presented with Grade 2 late complications. CONCLUSIONS Intracorporeal laparoscopic ileal ureteral replacement in cases of extensive ureteral lesions offers optimal long-term outcomes and a low complication rate. Ileocalycostomy constitutes a viable option in the small group of patients with long proximal ureteral strictures and intrarenal pelvis.
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- Alexey Kochkin
- Department of Urology, Urological Center of Russian Railways Hospital, Privolzhskiy Research Medical University, Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
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- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Thessaly, Viopolis, Larissa, Greece
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- Department of Common Surgery, I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Urology, Federal Clinical Center of High Medical Technology of Federal Medical Biological Agency of Russia, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Urology, Federal Scientific and Clinical Center for Specialized Methods of Medical Care and Medical Technologies of Federal Medical Biological Agency, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Urology, Russian State Research Center - Burnasyan Federal Medical Biophysical Center of Federal Medical Biological Agency of Russia, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Urology, I.I. Mechkikov North - Western State Medical University, St. Petersburg, Russia
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- Urology Clinic, Department of Surgery, Oncology and Gastroenterology, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University General Hospital of Heraklion, University of Crete, Medical School, Heraklion, Greece
- Department of Urology, Training and Research in Urological Surgery and Technology (T.R.U.S.T.)-Group, Hall in Tirol, Austria
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Yang K, Wang X, Xu C, Li Z, Han G, Fan S, Chen S, Li X, Zhu H, Zhou L, Li X. Totally Intracorporeal Robot-assisted Unilateral or Bilateral Ileal Ureter Replacement for the Treatment of Ureteral Strictures: Technique and Outcomes from a Single Center. Eur Urol 2023; 84:561-570. [PMID: 37225525 DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2023.04.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2023] [Revised: 03/27/2023] [Accepted: 04/23/2023] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND Few studies on totally intracorporeal robot-assisted ileal ureter replacement (RA-IUR) have been reported. OBJECTIVE To report our technique and the outcomes of totally intracorporeal RA-IUR for unilateral or bilateral ureteral reconstruction, involving performing cystoplasty simultaneously. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS Fifteen patients underwent totally intracorporeal RA-IUR from April 2021 to July 2022 at a single center. The perioperative variables were prospectively collected, and the outcomes were assessed. SURGICAL PROCEDURE The surgical procedure included dissection of the proximal end of the ureteral stricture or renal pelvis, harvesting of the ileal ureter, rebuilding of intestinal continuity, upper anastomosis of the ileum to the renal pelvis or the ureteral end, and lower anastomosis of the ileum to the bladder. All operations were performed intracorporeally. MEASUREMENTS Patient demographics and perioperative results were prospectively collected and analyzed for perioperative complications and success rates. A descriptive statistical analysis was performed. RESULTS AND LIMITATIONS All patients successfully underwent totally intracorporeal RA-IUR without open conversion. Seven patients received unilateral RA-IUR and eight received bilateral RA-IUR. The mean (range) length of the harvested ileal segment was 28.3 (15-40) cm, the operative duration was 261.8 (183-381) min, the estimated blood loss was 64.7 (30-100) ml, and the duration of postoperative hospitalization was 10.5 (7-17) d. At a median (range) follow-up of 14 (8-22) mo, the subjective and functional success rates were 100% and 86.7%, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Our results demonstrate that totally intracorporeal unilateral or bilateral RA-IUR (even with ileocystoplasty) can be performed safely and efficiently with acceptable minor complications and a high success rate. PATIENT SUMMARY Our study indicates that totally intracorporeal robotic ileal ureter replacement surgery is safe and feasible for ureteral reconstruction, even with ileocystoplasty. The postoperative complications are acceptable. At a median follow-up of 14 (8-22) mo, the subjective and functional success rates were 100% and 86.7%, respectively.
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- Kunlin Yang
- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China.
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China.
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Yang K, Pang KH, Fan S, Li X, Osman NI, Chapple CR, Zhou L, Li X. Robotic ureteral reconstruction for benign ureteral strictures: a systematic review of surgical techniques, complications and outcomes : Robotic Ureteral Reconstruction for Ureteral Strictures. BMC Urol 2023; 23:160. [PMID: 37828505 PMCID: PMC10571348 DOI: 10.1186/s12894-023-01313-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2022] [Accepted: 08/29/2023] [Indexed: 10/14/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Robotic ureteral reconstruction (RUR) has been widely used to treat ureteral diseases. To summarize the surgical techniques, complications, and outcomes following RUR, as well as to compare data on RUR with open and laparoscopic ureteral reconstruction. METHODS Our systematic review was registered on the PROSPERO (CRD42022309364) database. The PubMed, Cochrane and Embase databases were searched for publications in English on 06-Feb-2022. Randomised-controlled trials (RCTs) or non-randomised cohort studies with sample size ≥ 10 cases were included. RESULTS A total of 23 studies were included involving 996 patients and 1004 ureters from 13 non-comparative, and 10 retrospective comparative studies. No RCT study of RUR was reported. The success rate was reported ≥ 90% in 15 studies. Four studies reported 85-90% success rate. Meta-analyses for comparative studies showed that RUR had significantly lower estimated blood loss (EBL) (P = 0.006) and shorter length of stay (LOS) (P < 0.001) than the open approach. RUR had shorter operative time than laparoscopic surgery (P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS RUR is associated with lower EBL and shorter LOS than the open approach, and shorter operative time than the laparoscopic approach for the treatment of benign ureteral strictures. However, further studies and more evidence are needed to determine whether RUR is more superior.
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- Kunlin Yang
- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
- Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China
- National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, School of Clinical Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Division of Urology, Queen Mary Hospital, Hong Kong, China
- Division of Surgery and Interventional Science, University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
- Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China
- National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
- Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China
- National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Section of Functional and Reconstructive Urology, Department of Urology, Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Sheffield, UK
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- Section of Functional and Reconstructive Urology, Department of Urology, Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Sheffield, UK
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
- Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China
- National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China.
- Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China.
- National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China.
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Wang X, Chen S, Li X, Fan S, Han G, Li Z, Yang K, Zhang K, Zhou L, Li X. Robotic-assisted Laparoscopic Bilateral Ileal Ureter Replacement With Extracorporeal Ileal Segment Preparation for Bilateral Extensive Ureteral Strictures: The Initial Experience. Urology 2023; 176:213-218. [PMID: 37003474 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2023.03.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2023] [Revised: 03/21/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2023] [Indexed: 04/03/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To present our initial experience and evaluate perioperative, and follow-up outcomes following the novel technique of robot-assisted laparoscopic bilateral ileal ureter replacement (IUR) with extracorporeal ileal segment preparation for bilateral extensive ureteral strictures (BEUS). METHODS We prospectively enrolled 4 consecutive patients with BEUS undergoing robot-assisted laparoscopic bilateral IUR with extracorporeal ileal segment preparation between June 2021 and October 2021. A 4-arm technique was used. The demographic characteristics, perioperative data, and follow-up outcomes as well as the description of surgical technique were reported. RESULTS All the patients had BEUS, and the length of strictures was over 10.ßcm in both sides. All procedures were performed effectively with a median operative time of 312.5.ßminutes (range 227-433) and a median estimated blood loss of 75.ßmL (range 50-200). In one patient, additional partial small bowel resection procedure was performed. No case was converted to open surgery. The median length of the ileal graft was 29.ßcm (range 15-32). The median postoperative hospitalization was 10 days (range 6-13). Two patients developed metabolic acidosis, and no major complications during the perioperative and follow-up period were reported. All patients presented symptom-free, with no signs of restenosis and improved/stabilized hydronephrosis, during the median follow-up of 12 months (range 12-15). CONCLUSION We present the details and initial experience of robot-assisted laparoscopic bilateral IUR with extracorporeal ileal segment preparation. According to the median follow-up of 12 months, this minimally invasive procedure is a safe, feasible, and effective approach in the management of BEUS.
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- Xiang Wang
- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Xicheng District, Beijing 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Xicheng District, Beijing 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Xicheng District, Beijing 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Xicheng District, Beijing 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Xicheng District, Beijing 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Xicheng District, Beijing 100034, China; Department of Nursing, Peking University First Hospital, Peking University, Xicheng District, Beijing 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Xicheng District, Beijing 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Xicheng District, Beijing 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Xicheng District, Beijing 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Xicheng District, Beijing 100034, China.
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Fan S, Han G, Li Z, Wang X, Li X, Xiong S, Li D, Zhang J, Meng C, Zhang P, Yang K, Li X, Zhou L. Robot-assisted laparoscopic ileal ureter replacement with extracorporeal ileal segment preparation for long ureteral strictures: a case series. BMC Surg 2022; 22:435. [PMID: 36544120 PMCID: PMC9773509 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-022-01885-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2022] [Accepted: 12/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Complete intracorporal robotic ileal ureteric replacement is challenging. We aimed to present the surgical technique of robotic ileal ureter replacement with extracorporeal ileal segment preparation for long ureteral strictures. METHODS From March 2019 to March 2021, 18 patients underwent robotic ileal ureter replacement with extracorporeal ileal segment preparation by one experienced surgeon. The demographic, perioperative, and follow-up data were recorded. Success was defined as the resolution of the presenting symptom, a stable estimated glomerular filtration rate and unobstructive drainage on imaging examination. RESULTS All 18 surgeries were successfully completed without conversion. The median length of the intestinal tube used was 20 (12-30) cm. The median operative time was 248 (170-450) min, the median estimated blood loss was 50 (10-200) ml, and the median postoperative hospital stay was 7 (5-27) days. At a median follow-up of 16 (13-28) months, all patients were symptom-free. No or mild hydronephrosis was confirmed in 17 patients; 1 patient had moderate hydronephrosis without peristalsis of the ileal ureter. The renal function was stable in all patients. The overall success rate was 100%. Postoperative complications, including 4 cases of urinary infections (Grade I), 1 case of an incision hernia (Grade I), 4 cases of kidney stone formation (Grade I), 6 cases of metabolic acidosis (Grade I), 4 cases of incomplete ileus (Grade II), and 1 case of an incision infection (Grade IIIb). CONCLUSIONS Robot-assisted laparoscopic ileal ureter replacement with extracorporeal ileal segment preparation is safe, feasible, and effective for the treatment of long ureteral strictures, especially in high-volume tertiary referral centers with extensive robotic surgery experience capable of managing severe peri-operative complications.
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- Shubo Fan
- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034 China
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- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034 China
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- grid.411472.50000 0004 1764 1621Nursing Department, Peking University First Hospital, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034 China
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- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034 China
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- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034 China
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- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034 China
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- grid.411472.50000 0004 1764 1621Nursing Department, Peking University First Hospital, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034 China
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- grid.411472.50000 0004 1764 1621Nursing Department, Peking University First Hospital, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034 China
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- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034 China
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- grid.414252.40000 0004 1761 8894Department of Urology, Emergency General Hospital, No. 29, Xibahenanli, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100028 China
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- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034 China
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- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034 China
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- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034 China
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Lin CW, Chen JC, Huang WJ, Lin TP. Whole ureter replacement with Yang-Monti principle: successful treatment of challenging conditions. BMC Urol 2022; 22:198. [PMID: 36482337 PMCID: PMC9733304 DOI: 10.1186/s12894-022-01150-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2022] [Accepted: 10/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND No clear consensus has been reached on the reconstruction of long-segment or total ureter discontinuation. Here we present our experience using the Yang-Monti technique in total ureter reconstruction. METHODS This study was a single-center retrospective study of patients who underwent Yang-Monti ileal whole ureter reconstruction (from the ureteropelvic junction[UPJ] to the ureterovesical junction). Data were collected on patients' baseline characteristics, stricture etiology, the time interval between insult and surgical repair, pre/postoperative serum creatinine, estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), split renal function, complications during admission and follow-ups, and the indwelling durations of JJ tubes and nephrostomy tubes, if presented. RESULTS Seven patients underwent Yang-Monti ileal ureter reconstruction in 2010-2020 at our hospital. One of the patients underwent single-session bilateral ureter repair. Radiation therapy-related fibrosis and degloving injury were the most common etiologies for ureter injury. The median interval between ureter insult and operation was 8 months. The median follow-up was 36.7 months. The average operation time was 11.4 h, and the average blood loss was 273 ml. Postoperatively, no significant differences were found in serum creatinine, eGFR, or split renal function. As for postoperative complications, two patients experienced ileus and were treated conservatively. One patient had UPJ stenosis, which resolved after re-anastomosis surgery 11 months later. Metabolic acidosis or electrolyte imbalance was not reported. CONCLUSION We found that ileal replacement of total ureteral loss using the Yang-Monti principle is effective and durable. This is the largest cohort study conducted with more than 2 years of follow-up.
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- Chyau-Wen Lin
- grid.278247.c0000 0004 0604 5314Department of Urology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, No. 201, Sec. 2, Shipai Rd., Beitou District, Taipei, 11217 Taiwan, R.O.C.
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- grid.278247.c0000 0004 0604 5314Department of Urology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, No. 201, Sec. 2, Shipai Rd., Beitou District, Taipei, 11217 Taiwan, R.O.C.
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- grid.278247.c0000 0004 0604 5314Department of Urology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, No. 201, Sec. 2, Shipai Rd., Beitou District, Taipei, 11217 Taiwan, R.O.C. ,grid.260539.b0000 0001 2059 7017Department of Urology, School of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, No.155, Sec 2, Linong St., Taipei, 112304 Taiwan, R.O.C.
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- grid.278247.c0000 0004 0604 5314Department of Urology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, No. 201, Sec. 2, Shipai Rd., Beitou District, Taipei, 11217 Taiwan, R.O.C. ,grid.260539.b0000 0001 2059 7017Department of Urology, School of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, No.155, Sec 2, Linong St., Taipei, 112304 Taiwan, R.O.C.
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Yuan C, Li Z, Wang J, Zhang P, Meng C, Li D, Gao J, Guan H, Zhu W, Lu B, Zhang Z, Feng N, Yang K, Li X, Zhou L. Ileal ureteral replacement for the management of ureteral avulsion during ureteroscopic lithotripsy: a case series. BMC Surg 2022; 22:262. [PMID: 35799183 PMCID: PMC9264655 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-022-01690-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2022] [Accepted: 06/14/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION To describe our initial experience with ileal ureteral replacement (IUR) for the management of ureteral avulsion (UA) during ureteroscopic lithotripsy. METHODS Between September 2010 and April 2021, ten patients received ileal ureteral replacement for ureteral avulsion during ureteroscopic lithotripsy. Anterograde urography and computed tomography urography (CTU) were applied to evaluate the lesion. Follow-up was performed with magnetic resonance urography and renal ultrasound as well as clinical assessment of symptoms. We retrospectively analysed the clinical data of ten patients treated with ileal ureteral replacement for the treatment of ureteral avulsion. RESULTS Four patients underwent open ileal ureteral replacement, two underwent laparoscopic ileal ureteral replacement, and four underwent robotic-assisted ileal ureteral replacement. The mean operative time (OT) was 310 min (range 191-530). The mean estimated blood loss (EBL) was 193 mL (range 10-1000). The mean length of the ileal graft was 21 cm (range 12-25). The median postoperative hospital time was 13 days (range 7-19). All surgeries were effectively completed, and no case required open conversion in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries. There was no obvious hydronephrosis according to contrast-enhanced computed tomography 3-dimensional reconstruction images without serious complications or progressive hydronephrosis during a median follow-up duration of 51 months (range 5-131), and the success rate was 100%. CONCLUSIONS Our initial results and experience showed that ileal ureteral replacement for the management of ureteral avulsion during ureteroscopic lithotripsy is safe and feasible.
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- Changwei Yuan
- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, National Urological Cancer Center, Institute of Urology, Peking University, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Nursing, Peking University First Hospital, National Urological Cancer Center, Institute of Urology, Peking University, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, National Urological Cancer Center, Institute of Urology, Peking University, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Emergency General Hospital, No. 29, Xibahenanli St, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100028, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, National Urological Cancer Center, Institute of Urology, Peking University, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Nursing, Peking University First Hospital, National Urological Cancer Center, Institute of Urology, Peking University, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Nursing, Peking University First Hospital, National Urological Cancer Center, Institute of Urology, Peking University, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Nursing, Peking University First Hospital, National Urological Cancer Center, Institute of Urology, Peking University, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, National Urological Cancer Center, Institute of Urology, Peking University, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Panjin Liaohe Oilfield Gem Flower Hospital, No. 26, YingBin St, Xinglongtai District, Panjin, 124010, China
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- Department of Urology, Qinhuangdao Jungong Hospital, No. 15, YuFeng St, Haigang District, 066001, Qinhuangdao, China
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- Department of Urology, Affiliated Wuxi No. 2 Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, No. 68, Zhongshan St, Liangxi District, Wuxi, 214001, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, National Urological Cancer Center, Institute of Urology, Peking University, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, National Urological Cancer Center, Institute of Urology, Peking University, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China.
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, National Urological Cancer Center, Institute of Urology, Peking University, No. 8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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Kapetanos K, Light A, Thakare N, Mahbubani K, Saeb-Parsy K, Saeb-Parsy K. Bioengineering solutions for Ureteric disorders: Clinical need, challenges and opportunities. BJU Int 2022; 130:408-419. [PMID: 35388587 PMCID: PMC9544734 DOI: 10.1111/bju.15741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2021] [Revised: 02/26/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Objectives To summarise the causes of ureteric damage and the current standard of care, discussing the risks and benefits of available therapeutic options. We then focus on the current and future solutions that can be provided by ureteric bioengineering and provide a description of the ideal characteristics of a bioengineered product. Methods We performed a literature search in February 2021 in: Google Scholar, Medline, and Web of Science. Three searches were conducted, investigating: (a) the epidemiology of ureteric pathology, (b) the current standard of care, and (c) the state of the art in ureteric bioengineering. Results The most‐common causes of ureteric damage are iatrogenic injury and external trauma. Current approaches to treatment include stent placement or surgical reconstruction. Reconstruction can be done using either urological tissue or segments of the gastrointestinal tract. Limitations include scarring, strictures, and infections. Several bioengineered alternatives have been explored in animal studies, with variations in the choice of scaffold material, cellular seeding populations, and pre‐implantation processing. Natural grafts and hybrid material appear to be associated with superior outcomes. Furthermore, seeding of the scaffold material with stem cells or differentiated urothelial cells allows for better function compared to acellular scaffolds. Some studies have attempted to pre‐implant the graft in the omentum prior to reconstruction, but this has yet to prove any definitive benefits. Conclusion There is an unmet clinical need for safer and more effective treatment for ureteric injuries. Urological bioengineering is a promising solution in preclinical studies. However, substantial scientific, logistic, and economic challenges must be addressed to harness its transformative potential in improving outcomes.
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- Department of Urology, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK
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- Department of Urology, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK
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- Cambridge Biorepository for Translational Medicine (CBTM), NIHR Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre, Cambridge, UK.,Department of Haematology, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- Department of Urology, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK
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- Department of Surgery, University of Cambridge and Cambridge NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, Cambridge
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Grosso AA, DI Maida F, Mari A, Campi R, Crisci A, Vignolini G, Masieri L, Carini M, Minervini A. Totally intracorporeal robotic ileal ureter replacement: focus on surgical technique and outcomes. Minerva Urol Nephrol 2021; 73:532-539. [PMID: 33439579 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-6051.20.04191-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND The aim of the present study was to describe our totally intracorporeal robotic ileal ureter replacement technique, reporting perioperative and mid-term results and compare it with previous similar experiences, specifically focusing on technical considerations. METHODS Three patients were submitted to robotic ileal ureter substitution for long ureteral defects in our institution during 2019. The procedures were carried out fully intracorporeally. Two patients received a complete replacement of the urinary tract using an ileal segment, while in one patient the lower ureteral stump was maintained, and an ileal-ureter anastomosis was performed distally. Patients' baseline characteristics, as well as perioperative and mid-term results were collected. A detailed description of the technique is reported and compared with prior similar experiences. RESULTS Median operative time was 270 (range 240-300) min. No Clavien-Dindo complication >2 was collected. All patients experienced a fast return to oral intake and canalization. Antegrade pyelography, performed a 1-month follow-up, revealed full passage of the medium contrast in those patients submitted to complete ileal ureter replacement while, in the third one, stenosis at the level of ileal-ureter anastomoses was found. CONCLUSIONS Robotic ileal ureter replacement can be performed completely intracorporeal with optimal results and limited complication rate, in selected cases. According to our considerations, specific surgical steps are needed to reduce the risks related to this procedure, including avoiding partial ileal substitution.
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- Antonio A Grosso
- Department of Urology, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy -
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- Department of Urology, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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Launer BM, Redger KD, Koslov DS, Sax-Bolder AN, Higuchi TT, Windsperger AP, Flynn BJ. Long-term Follow Up of Ileal Ureteral Replacement for Complex Ureteral Strictures: Single Institution Study. Urology 2021; 157:257-262. [PMID: 34310914 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2021.07.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2021] [Revised: 07/13/2021] [Accepted: 07/15/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To report our 16-year experience with ileal ureter interposition for complex ureteral stricture. Ureteral reconstruction continues to evolve to include less invasive techniques to successfully manage ureteral stricture. However, long, complex, obliterative and especially radiated ureteral strictures are not amenable to less invasive techniques and may require Ileal ureter interposition. MATERIALS AND METHODS Retrospective review of a single institution's ureteral reconstruction database was performed. Demographics, operative details, success rate, complication rate, and length of follow-up were noted. Unilateral replacements utilized ileal ureteral interposition. Success rate was defined as no need for further open intervention. RESULTS Between 2003 and 2019, 188 ureteral reconstructions were performed, of which 46 required ileal ureter interposition. Of these 46 patients, 10 required bilateral reconstruction. Average age was 53 years, 26 (57%) were female. The average stricture length was 9.1 cm (2-20 cm). Stricture etiology included iatrogenic causes (n = 24, 52%), radiation causes (n = 12; 26%), vascular disease (n = 3; 7%), and idiopathic retroperitoneal fibrosis (n = 3; 7%). Forty-three surgeries were performed by open abdominal approach; 3 were performed robotically. The average length of operation was 412 minutes, blood loss 417 mL and LOS was 10 days. At mean follow up of 4.4 years (1-16 years), overall success rate was 83%, with 17% (n = 8) patients requiring subsequent major surgery (5 successful ureteral revision, 3 nephrectomy) and 11 (24%) patients experiencing a major complication. CONCLUSION In our long-term follow up of over 4 years, ileal ureteral interposition remains a successful option for complex ureteral strictures in properly selected patients.
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- Bryn M Launer
- Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO.
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Elbers JR, Rodríguez Socarrás M, Rivas JG, Autran AM, Esperto F, Tortolero L, Carrion DM, Sancha FG. Robotic Repair of Ureteral Strictures: Techniques and Review. Curr Urol Rep 2021; 22:39. [PMID: 34105032 DOI: 10.1007/s11934-021-01056-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW To provide an overview and description of the different surgical techniques for the robotic repair of ureteral strictures. RECENT FINDINGS The robotic repair of ureteral stenosis has emerged as a useful option for treating strictures unsuitable for endoscopic resolution with good results, lower morbidity, and faster recovery than open techniques. Depending on the stricture's length and location, the reconstructive options are reimplantation, psoas hitch, Boari flap, ureteroureterostomy, appendiceal onlay flap, buccal mucosa graft (BMG) ureteroplasty, ileal replacement, or renal autotransplantation. The robotic approach offers a magnified vision and the possibility of adding near-infrared fluorescence (NIRF) imaging, indocyanine green (ICG), and FireflyTM to facilitate the technique. Multicenter studies with extended follow-up still have to confirm the good results obtained in published case series. Robotic reconstructive techniques are useful for repairing ureteral strictures, obtaining good functional results with less morbidity and faster recovery than open procedures.
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- Javier Reinoso Elbers
- Instituto de Cirugía Urológica Avanzada (ICUA) - Clínica CEMTRO II, Ventisquero de la Condesa 48, 3ª Planta, 28034, Madrid, Spain
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- Instituto de Cirugía Urológica Avanzada (ICUA) - Clínica CEMTRO II, Ventisquero de la Condesa 48, 3ª Planta, 28034, Madrid, Spain.
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- Instituto de Cirugía Urológica Avanzada (ICUA) - Clínica CEMTRO II, Ventisquero de la Condesa 48, 3ª Planta, 28034, Madrid, Spain
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- Oficina de Investigacion CAU (Confederacion Americana de Urologia), Madrid, Argentina
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- Instituto de Cirugía Urológica Avanzada (ICUA) - Clínica CEMTRO II, Ventisquero de la Condesa 48, 3ª Planta, 28034, Madrid, Spain
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- Instituto de Cirugía Urológica Avanzada (ICUA) - Clínica CEMTRO II, Ventisquero de la Condesa 48, 3ª Planta, 28034, Madrid, Spain
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Roux S, Pettenati C, Dariane C, Sbizzera M, Dominique I, Matillon X, Toinet T, Neuzillet Y, Bessède T, Champy C, Timsit MO, Méjean A. Management of long ureteral stenosis: Alternatives to indwelling ureteral stents. Prog Urol 2021; 31:598-604. [PMID: 33941454 DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2020.10.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2020] [Revised: 10/12/2020] [Accepted: 10/16/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIF Evaluate kidney autotransplantation (KAT) and ileal ureter substitution (IUS) practice and outcome as alternatives to indwelling ureteral stents for the management of long ureteral stenosis (US). MATERIAL We included all patients treated for US with KAT or IUS in 5 French university urology centers between 2010 and 2018. We excluded US due to urothelial carcinoma. Primary endpoint was the preservation of ipsilateral kidney and renal function without any urinary diversion. RESULTS 22 patients were treated with KAT (n=8, 36.4%) and IUS (n=14, 63.6%). Mean US length was 4.6cm and 6cm (P=0.52) in KAT and IUS groups respectively. US etiologies were lithiasis, iatrogenic, retroperitoneal fibrosis or extrinsic compression. US level was varied. The surgery was described as difficult because of peritoneal adhesions or major peri-ureteral fibrosis. Mean operating time and hospital stay were 336 and 346minutes (P=0.87) and 8 and 15 days respectively (P=0.001). Postoperative complications were mostly Clavien ≤2 (n=17, 77.3%). Revision surgery was required in the KAT group in 3 cases (37.5%), for textiles, renal vein thrombosis and anastomotic leak, none in the IUS group. The mean follow-up was 15.7 months. All but one (in the KAT group) ipsilateral kidneys were preserved, without renal function impairment (Δcreat +2.1 vs. +2.4μmol/l respectively, P=0.67), nor urinary diversion. CONCLUSION KAT and IUS are safe alternatives whose indication depends on surgeons expertise. Our study pointed out the scarcity of this practice suggesting the need to refer patients to expert centers. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 3.
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- S Roux
- Department of Urology and Transplant surgery, Hôpital Européen Georges-Pompidou, AP-HP, University of Paris Descartes, Paris, France.
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- Department of Urology and Transplant surgery, Hôpital Européen Georges-Pompidou, AP-HP, University of Paris Descartes, Paris, France
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- Department of Urology and Transplant surgery, Hôpital Européen Georges-Pompidou, AP-HP, University of Paris Descartes, Paris, France
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- Hospices Civils de Lyon, HCL, University of Lyon 1, Department of Urology, Lyon, France
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- Hospices Civils de Lyon, HCL, University of Lyon 1, Department of Urology, Lyon, France
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- Hospices Civils de Lyon, HCL, University of Lyon 1, Department of Urology, Lyon, France
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- Hôpital Foch, University of Versailles-Saint-Quentin-En-Yvelynes, Department Of Urology, Suresnes, France
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- Hôpital Foch, University of Versailles-Saint-Quentin-En-Yvelynes, Department Of Urology, Suresnes, France
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- Hôpital Kremlin-Bicêtre, AP-HP, University of Paris Sud, Department of Urology, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- Hôpital Henri Mondor, AP-HP, University of Paris-Est Créteil, Department Of Urology, Créteil, France
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- Department of Urology and Transplant surgery, Hôpital Européen Georges-Pompidou, AP-HP, University of Paris Descartes, Paris, France
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- Department of Urology and Transplant surgery, Hôpital Européen Georges-Pompidou, AP-HP, University of Paris Descartes, Paris, France
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Zhu W, Xiong S, Fang D, Hao H, Zhang L, Xiong G, Yang K, Zhang P, Zhu H, Cai L, Li X, Zhou L. Minimally invasive ileal ureter replacement: Comparative analysis of robot-assisted laparoscopic versus conventional laparoscopic surgery. Int J Med Robot 2021; 17:e2230. [PMID: 33533169 DOI: 10.1002/rcs.2230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2020] [Revised: 12/22/2020] [Accepted: 01/15/2021] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND This study is an initial comparative analysis of perioperative and intermediate-term functional outcomes between patients who underwent robot-assisted laparoscopic (RALS) or conventional laparoscopic surgery (LS). MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 25 patients who underwent ileal ureter replacement (10 RALS and 15 LS) were followed by functional cine magnetic resonance urography (MRU) combined with a modified Whitaker test. Also, the characteristics, perioperative data and functional outcomes of the patients were compared. RESULTS The estimated blood loss, postoperative hospital stay and time to oral intake were significantly lower in the RALS group. At the median 14-month follow-up, all the patients showed improved renal function and were symptom-free, with no signs of leakage or stenosis observed by cine MRU combined with a modified Whitaker test. CONCLUSIONS RALS with an extracorporeal bowel resection is feasible and appears to be safe, with quick postoperative recovery and encouraging outcomes.
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- Weijie Zhu
- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Emergency General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Jiangong Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Centre, Beijing, China
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Kapogiannis F, Spartalis E, Fasoulakis K, Tsourouflis G, Dimitroulis D, Nikiteas NI. Laparoscopic and Robotic Management of Ureteral Stricture in Adults. In Vivo 2021; 34:965-972. [PMID: 32354881 DOI: 10.21873/invivo.11864] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2020] [Revised: 01/20/2020] [Accepted: 01/23/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND/AIM The aim of this review was to provide an update on the status of minimal invasive treatment of ureteral stricture either with a laparoscopic or robotic surgery. MATERIALS AND METHODS Eligible studies, published until November 2019 were retrieved through Medline, Cochrane and Pubmed databases. Predetermined inclusion and exclusion criteria were used as selection method for data synthesis and acquisition. The study was performed in accordance with the PRISMA statement. RESULTS A total of 19 retrospective studies met the inclusion criteria. All of them demonstrated the safety, feasibility and success of both laparoscopic and robotic ureteral reconstruction. Individual case series or cumulative comparison analysis of the available studies showed at least equivalent success rates and a trend favoring laparoscopic and robotic groups in terms of estimated blood loss and length of hospital stay to the detriment of longer operative times and possibly higher cost. CONCLUSION Current evidence suggests the effectiveness, safety and increasing incorporation of minimally invasive techniques for complex stricture repair and reconstruction.
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- Filippos Kapogiannis
- Department of Urology, Hippokrateion Hospital, Athens, Greece .,Hellenic Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery (MIRS) Study Group, Athens Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Hellenic Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery (MIRS) Study Group, Athens Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece.,Second Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Laiko Hospital, Athens Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Hellenic Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery (MIRS) Study Group, Athens Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece.,Second Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Laiko Hospital, Athens Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Hellenic Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery (MIRS) Study Group, Athens Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece.,Second Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Laiko Hospital, Athens Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Hellenic Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery (MIRS) Study Group, Athens Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece.,Second Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Laiko Hospital, Athens Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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Liang C, Chai S, Gao X, Wang J, Ni D, Hou T, Xiao X, Yang Y, Li W, Li B. Laparoscopic "reverse 7" ileal ureteral replacement for bilateral extensive ureteral strictures performed completely intracorporeally: the initial experience. Int Urol Nephrol 2021; 53:919-924. [PMID: 33387228 DOI: 10.1007/s11255-020-02751-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2020] [Accepted: 12/07/2020] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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PURPOSE To present our initial experience and evaluate the feasibility of the novel technique of completely intracorporeal laparoscopic "reverse 7" ileal ureteral replacement (IUR). MATERIALS AND METHODS Between December 2018 and September 2019, two patients underwent completely intracorporeal laparoscopic "reverse 7" IUR, which were female patients with bilateral extensive ureteral strictures (BEUS) secondary to radical hysterectomy and pelvic lymph node dissection for cervical cancer and postoperative radiotherapy. Antegrade pyelography and retrograde pyelography showed BEUS preoperatively. RESULTS The novel technique was performed successfully by the same surgeon without conversion to open surgery. The operating time of each patient was 420 min and 410 min, respectively. Meanwhile, the estimated blood loss of each patient was 120 ml and 100 ml, respectively. There were no major complications during the perioperative period. After ureteral stent was removed, antegrade pyelography postoperatively revealed excellent drainage with the resolution of hydronephrosis in both patients. After removing of ureteral stent and nephrostomy tube, no patients have a complaint about the donor site or the onset of flank pain. CONCLUSIONS To our knowledge, we present the initial experience with completely intracorporeal laparoscopic "reverse 7" IUR. With initial follow-up outcomes, this novel minimally invasive technique appears to be feasible and efficacious in treating BEUS in carefully selected patients.
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- Chaoqi Liang
- Department of Urology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Jiefang Avenue No. 1277, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Urology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Jiefang Avenue No. 1277, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Urology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Jiefang Avenue No. 1277, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Urology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Jiefang Avenue No. 1277, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Urology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Jiefang Avenue No. 1277, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Urology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Jiefang Avenue No. 1277, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Urology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Jiefang Avenue No. 1277, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- School of Electronic Information and Communications, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Urology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Jiefang Avenue No. 1277, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Urology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Jiefang Avenue No. 1277, Wuhan, 430022, China.
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Poujade L, Branchereau J, Rigaud J, Perrouin-Verbe MA. Ileal ureter replacement: Early morbidity and long-term results. Prog Urol 2020; 31:357-367. [PMID: 33189554 DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2020.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2020] [Revised: 09/25/2020] [Accepted: 10/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Ileal ureter is a technique that consists of replacing the ureter by a segment of ileum to treat a long ureteric lesion or a lesion involving the lumbar ureter. The primary objective of our study was to assess the early perioperative morbidity of ileal ureter according to the Clavien-Dindo classification. The secondary objectives were to assess the morbidity and the medium- and long-term outcome of renal function. MATERIALS AND METHODS Single-centre retrospective study, collecting data from patients operated between February 2005 and October 2019. All patients who underwent ileal ureter replacement surgery in our unit were included in this analysis. The ureteric defect was longer than five centimetres and involved the pelvic and/or iliac and/or lumbar ureter. All ileal ureter replacements were performed by open surgery using isoperistaltic ileal grafts. RESULTS Twenty-one patients (11 women and 10 men) underwent total or subtotal, unilateral or bilateral ileal ureter replacement, corresponding to 25 kidneys. The grade III early postoperative complication rate was 9.5% (two cases) mainly consisting of bleeding. No grade IV or V complications were observed. With a mean follow-up of 85 months, long-term morbidity essentially consisted of infectious complications. No patients developed anastomotic strictures. Mean serum creatinine was 116.3μmol/L preoperatively, 105.6μmol/L one month postoperatively and 112.2μmol/L at last follow-up. Renal function was generally preserved or even improved, except for patients with preoperative renal failure. CONCLUSION Ileal ureter replacement is a surgical alternative associated with low morbidity and satisfactory long-term functional results. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 3.
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- L Poujade
- Service d'urologie, CHU de Nantes, 1, place Alexis-Ricordeau, 44093 Nantes cedex 1, France.
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- Service d'urologie, CHU de Nantes, 1, place Alexis-Ricordeau, 44093 Nantes cedex 1, France
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- Service d'urologie, CHU de Nantes, 1, place Alexis-Ricordeau, 44093 Nantes cedex 1, France
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- Service d'urologie, CHU de Nantes, 1, place Alexis-Ricordeau, 44093 Nantes cedex 1, France
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Ragonese M, Foschi N, Pinto F, Di Gianfrancesco L, Bassi P, Racioppi M. Immediate ileal ureter replacement for ureteral avulsion during ureterescopy. IJU Case Rep 2020; 3:241-243. [PMID: 33163914 PMCID: PMC7609185 DOI: 10.1002/iju5.12202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2019] [Accepted: 07/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Complete ureteral avulsion represents a rare and fearsome complication of ureteroscopy, reported in less than 1% of cases. In literature there are few reports and different options are presented for its treatment. We present a case of a ureteral avulsion managed with ileal ureter replacement. CASE PRESENTATION A 67-year-old man with a left proximal ureter stone was treated at our department with ureteroscopy. During retrieval of the instrument a complete ureteral avulsion was discovered, with a so-called "scabbard lesion". We decided to proceed with immediate laparotomy and we performed a ileal ureter replacement. CONCLUSION Ureteral avulsion is a rare complication but must be known as a possible complication in high volume center. There is no standard definition regarding its treatment, and in our experience immediate treatment with ileal ureter replacement proved to be safe and effective without any changes in renal function.
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- Mauro Ragonese
- Urology ClinicA. Gemelli HospitalCatholic University of the Sacred HeartRomeItaly
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- Urology ClinicA. Gemelli HospitalCatholic University of the Sacred HeartRomeItaly
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- Urology ClinicA. Gemelli HospitalCatholic University of the Sacred HeartRomeItaly
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- Urology ClinicA. Gemelli HospitalCatholic University of the Sacred HeartRomeItaly
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- Urology ClinicA. Gemelli HospitalCatholic University of the Sacred HeartRomeItaly
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Katsui M, Umeda K, Hattori S, Ando T, Takahiro M, Hara S. Hand-assisted laparoscopic ileal ureter substitution for ureteral obstruction after right ureteral rupture: A case report. Urol Case Rep 2020; 33:101326. [PMID: 33102028 PMCID: PMC7573837 DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2020.101326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2020] [Accepted: 06/22/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Iatrogenic ureteral rupture is a serious complication. In the past, ileal ureter substitution was performed with open, laparoscopic, and robot-assisted procedure; however, there are problems with operation invasiveness and difficulty. We present a 72-year-old female whose ureter was completely injured at the ureteropelvic junction and torn longitudinally in full length at the time of transurethral lithotripsy. Although initially she had nephrostomy, we were able to internalize with hand-assisted laparoscopic ileal ureter substitution for obstruction over the full length of the ureter.
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- Masahiro Katsui
- Department of Urology, Kawasaki Municipal Hospital, 12-1 Shinkawadori, Kawasaki-ku, Kawasaki-city, Kanagawa, 210-0013, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Keio University School of Medicine, 35 Shinanomachi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-8582, Japan
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- Department of Urology, National Hospital Organization Tokyo Medical Center, 2-5-1 Higashigaoka, Meguro-ku, Tokyo, 152-8902, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Isehara Kyodo Hospital, 345 Tanaka, Isehara-shi, Kanagawa, 259-1187, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Kawasaki Municipal Hospital, 12-1 Shinkawadori, Kawasaki-ku, Kawasaki-city, Kanagawa, 210-0013, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Kawasaki Municipal Hospital, 12-1 Shinkawadori, Kawasaki-ku, Kawasaki-city, Kanagawa, 210-0013, Japan
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Kochkin A, Tokas T, Gallyamov E, Biktimirov R, Sanzharov A, Sergeev V, Popov S, Gözen AS. Laparoscopic totally intracorporeal ileal ureter replacement: a multi-institutional study. MINIM INVASIV THER 2020; 31:119-126. [DOI: 10.1080/13645706.2020.1762094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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- Alexey Kochkin
- Urological Center of Russian Railways Hospital, Privolzhskiy Research Medical University, Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
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- Department of Urology and Andrology, General Hospital Hall in Tirol, Hall in Tirol, Austria
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- Department of common surgery, I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Urology, Federal Clinical Center of High Medical Technology of Federal Medical Biological Agency of Russia, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Urology, Federal Scientific and Clinical Center for Specialized Methods of Medical Care and Medical Technologies of Federal Medical Biological Agency, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Urology, Russian State Research Center − Burnasyan Federal Medical Biophysical Center of Federal Medical Biological Agency of Russia, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Urology, I.I. Mechkikov North – Western State Medical University, St. Petersburg, Russia
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- Department of Urology SLK-Kliniken Heilbronn, University of Heidelberg, Heilbronn, Germany
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Kanao H, Kanno M, Takeshima N. Laparoscopic Ureteral Reimplantation for the Management of Long-segment Ureteral Defect in Gynecologic Surgeries. J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2020; 27:1476-1477. [PMID: 32276077 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2020.03.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2020] [Accepted: 03/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To demonstrate techniques of laparoscopic ureteral reconstruction for long-segment ureteral defects in gynecologic surgeries. DESIGN Step-by-step demonstration of a laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation using the Boari flap and ileal interposition. SETTING Gynecologic diseases often involve the ureter; hence, knowledge of ureteral reconstruction techniques is imperative in gynecologic surgeries. The important aspect of ureteral reconstruction is to ensure tension-free anastomosis; therefore, various methods are required depending on the length of the ureteral defect [1]. The Boari flap and ileal interposition are preferred for repairing 8-cm to 12-cm and >12-cm ureteral defects, respectively. These methods have traditionally required large incisions [2,3]. Laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation using the Boari flap and ileal interposition has been reported to be as safe as the open technique and superior in terms of postoperative recovery in urologic surgeries [3,4]; however, to the best of our knowledge, it has not been reported in the field of gynecology. To our knowledge, this is the first report to demonstrate the techniques of laparoscopic Boari flap and ileal ureter replacement in gynecologic surgeries. The technique was approved by our institutional review board. INTERVENTIONS The first case involved an intra-abdominal desmoid tumor, whereas the second case involved recurrent endometrial cancer. In both cases, long-segment ureteral resection was required to achieve complete tumor clearance. Laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation was performed successfully, without any complications, using the Boari flap in the first case and ileal interposition in the second. CONCLUSION Laparoscopic ureteral reimplantation is technically feasible for the management of long-segment ureteral defects.
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- Hiroyuki Kanao
- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Cancer Institute Hospital, Koutouku, Tokyo, Japan (all authors).
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Cancer Institute Hospital, Koutouku, Tokyo, Japan (all authors)
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Cancer Institute Hospital, Koutouku, Tokyo, Japan (all authors)
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Zhong W, Hong P, Ding G, Yang K, Li X, Bao J, Bao G, Cui L, Men C, Li Z, Zhang P, Chu N, Zhou L. Technical considerations and outcomes for ileal ureter replacement: a retrospective study in China. BMC Surg 2019; 19:9. [PMID: 30658620 PMCID: PMC6339271 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-019-0472-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2017] [Accepted: 01/04/2019] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Ileal ureter replacement is an alternative treatment for various length ureter defects. We present our experience and outcome of ileal ureter replacement in China. METHODS We retrospectively collected data of patients who underwent ileal ureter replacement between January 2010 and January 2015. We reviewed the medical history, indications for surgery, operative data, perioperative data, and outcomes. Besides, follow-up data included symptom, urine routine test, serum creatinine, serum electrolyte status, and radiographic test. RESULTS There were 23 patients who underwent ileal ureter replacement by the same surgeon. Twenty patients were performed unilateral ileal ureter replacement, two patients underwent a combination of ileal ureter replacement and Boari flap-psoas hitch, and one received bilateral ileal ureter replacement. Among these patients, the main cause leading to surgical treatment was iatrogenic injuries (n = 15), especially urinary surgery procedure (n = 11). The median follow-up time was 45 months. There were 6 early complications and 6 late complications after operation. Only one patient suffered from small bowel-related complication and was cured by conservative treatment. Only the patient who underwent bilateral ileal ureter replacement had metabolic acidosis. And 22 patients (95.7%) had a good renal function. CONCLUSIONS Ileal ureter replacement is an efficacious and safe procedure for the therapy of long ureteral defects. With appropriate technical considerations, the complication rate may decrease.
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- Wenlong Zhong
- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, National Urological Cancer Center, Peking University, No.8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, National Urological Cancer Center, Peking University, No.8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, National Urological Cancer Center, Peking University, No.8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, National Urological Cancer Center, Peking University, No.8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, National Urological Cancer Center, Peking University, No.8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China.
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- Department of Urology, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- Department of Urology, Affiliated Hospital of Chifeng University, Chifeng, Inner Mongolia, China
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- Department of Urology, The General Hospital of Civil Aviation Administration of China, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Qindao University Medical College Affiliated Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Urology, China Meitan General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, China Meitan General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Heilongjiang provincial hospital, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Institute of Urology, National Urological Cancer Center, Peking University, No.8 Xishiku St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034, China.
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Vasudevan VP, Johnson EU, Wong K, Iskander M, Javed S, Gupta N, McCabe JE, Kavoussi L. Contemporary management of ureteral strictures. JOURNAL OF CLINICAL UROLOGY 2018. [DOI: 10.1177/2051415818772218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Ureteral stricture disease is a luminal narrowing of the ureter leading to functional obstruction of the kidney. Treatment of strictures is mandatory to preserve and protect renal function. In recent times, the surgical management of ureteral strictures has evolved from open repair to include laparoscopic, robotic and interventional techniques. Prompt diagnosis and early first line intervention to limit obstructive complications remains the cornerstone of successful treatment. In this article, we discuss minimally invasive, endo-urological and open approaches to the repair of ureteral strictures. Open surgical repair and endoscopic techniques have traditionally been employed with varying degrees of success. The advent of laparoscopic and robotic approaches has reduced morbidity, improved cosmesis and shortened recovery time, with results that are beginning to mirror and in some cases surpass more traditional approaches. Level of evidence: Not applicable for this multicentre audit.
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- Whiston Hospital, Merseyside, UK
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Kocot A, Kalogirou C, Vergho D, Riedmiller H. Long-term results of ileal ureteric replacement: a 25-year single-centre experience. BJU Int 2017; 120:273-279. [PMID: 28220579 DOI: 10.1111/bju.13825] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To report the long-term outcomes of ileal ureteric replacement (IUR) in complex reconstruction of the urinary tract. PATIENTS AND METHODS From 1991 to 2016, IUR was performed in 157 patients with structural or functional ureteric loss. In 52 patients, bilateral IUR became necessary. Implantation sites where either the native urinary bladder (n = 79) or intestinal reservoirs (n = 78). In the latter group, the technique was used at the time of primary urinary diversion (n = 34), in a secondary approach (n = 29), and in undiversion or conversion procedures (n = 15). Anti-refluxive implantation was performed in 37 patients. In eight patients the ileal ureter was implanted into the cutis as an ileal conduit. All patients were followed prospectively according to a standardised protocol. RESULTS The mean follow-up was 54.1 months. In 114 patients with dilatation of the upper urinary tract before surgery a significant improvement of the dilatation was confirmed in 98 patients. Serum creatinine levels decreased or remained stable in 147 of the 157 patients. Reflux was present in all cases without and in six cases with an anti-reflux mechanism. In six patients, operative revision became necessary because of severe metabolic acidosis, mucus obstruction or stenosis of the ileal ureter. CONCLUSIONS To our knowledge, this is the world's largest single-centre series of IUR reported to date. Long-term follow-up confirms that this approach is a safe and reliable solution, even under complex conditions. Anti-refluxive implantation is recommended for intestinal reservoirs, whereas reflux prevention seems to be of minor importance when the native bladder is chosen as the site of implantation.
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- Arkadius Kocot
- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Julius-Maximilians-University Medical School, Würzburg, Germany
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- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Julius-Maximilians-University Medical School, Würzburg, Germany
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- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Julius-Maximilians-University Medical School, Würzburg, Germany
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- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Julius-Maximilians-University Medical School, Würzburg, Germany
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Kranz J, Brandt AS, Anheuser P, Reisch B, Steffens J, Roth S. [Ureteral stricture as a late complication of radiotherapy : Possible treatment options]. Urologe A 2016; 56:322-328. [PMID: 28004123 DOI: 10.1007/s00120-016-0294-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Ureteral strictures are uncommon complications of radiotherapy which are often recognized late. Their consequences range from harmless dilatation of the ureter to loss of renal function and potential life-threatening urosepsis.Therapy of radiogenic ureteral stricture is a challenging task for every urologist. Several surgical strategies including minimally invasive procedures, reconstruction and partial or complete replacement of the ureter are available.This article provides an overview of the various options in the treatment of radiogenic stricture of the ureter, focusing on the use of ileum and colon segments for ureteral substitution.
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- J Kranz
- Klinik für Urologie und Kinderurologie, St. Antonius-Hospital Eschweiler, Akademisches Lehrkrankenhaus der RWTH Aachen, Dechant-Deckers-Straße 8, 52249, Eschweiler, Deutschland.
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- Klinik für Urologie und Kinderurologie, Helios Klinikum Wuppertal, Wuppertal, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Urologie, Albertinen-Krankenhaus Hamburg, Hamburg, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Urologie und Kinderurologie, St. Antonius-Hospital Eschweiler, Akademisches Lehrkrankenhaus der RWTH Aachen, Dechant-Deckers-Straße 8, 52249, Eschweiler, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Urologie und Kinderurologie, St. Antonius-Hospital Eschweiler, Akademisches Lehrkrankenhaus der RWTH Aachen, Dechant-Deckers-Straße 8, 52249, Eschweiler, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Urologie und Kinderurologie, Helios Klinikum Wuppertal, Wuppertal, Deutschland
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Koenig JF, Rensing A, Austin PF, Vricella G. First-ever Reported Obstructing Ureteral Nephrogenic Adenoma in a Child and Subsequent Robotic-assisted Laparoscopic Ileal Ureter. Urology 2016; 94:221-3. [DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2016.03.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2016] [Revised: 03/03/2016] [Accepted: 03/08/2016] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Chopra S, Metcalfe C, Satkunasivam R, Nagaraj S, Becker C, de Castro Abreu AL, Azhar RA, Gill I, Desai M, Aron M, Berger A. Initial Series of Four-Arm Robotic Completely Intracorporeal Ileal Ureter. J Endourol 2016; 30:395-9. [PMID: 26859439 DOI: 10.1089/end.2015.0674] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Ileal ureter formation has been found to be a suitable treatment option for long, chronic ureteral strictures not amendable to less invasive forms of repair. Minimally invasive surgical techniques for this condition have been investigated. We report the first series of robotic completely intracorporeal ileal ureter using a four-arm robotic technique. Three patients underwent this procedure, including one patient with a solitary kidney. All procedures were performed effectively with a median operative time of 450 minutes (range: 420-540) and median estimated blood loss of 100 mL (range: 50-200). Postoperatively, one patient suffered volvulus and subsequent necrosis of small bowel and ileal ureter, which required re-operation and small bowel resection, including the ileal ureter. The other two patients report no surgical complications to date. This early series represents preliminary technical procedure feasibility. Further experience is necessary.
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- Sameer Chopra
- USC Institute of Urology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California , Los Angeles, California
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- USC Institute of Urology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California , Los Angeles, California
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- USC Institute of Urology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California , Los Angeles, California
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- USC Institute of Urology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California , Los Angeles, California
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- USC Institute of Urology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California , Los Angeles, California
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- USC Institute of Urology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California , Los Angeles, California
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- USC Institute of Urology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California , Los Angeles, California
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- USC Institute of Urology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California , Los Angeles, California
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- USC Institute of Urology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California , Los Angeles, California
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- USC Institute of Urology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California , Los Angeles, California
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- USC Institute of Urology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California , Los Angeles, California
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Gomez-Gomez E, Malde S, Spilotros M, Shah PJ, J. Greenwell T, Ockrim JL. A tertiary experience of ileal–ureter substitution: Contemporary indications and outcomes. Scand J Urol 2015; 50:192-9. [DOI: 10.3109/21681805.2015.1106579] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Sim A, Todenhöfer T, Mischinger J, Halalsheh O, Boettge J, Rausch S, Bier S, Aufderklamm S, Stenzl A, Gakis G, Schwentner C. Intracorporeal ileal ureter replacement using laparoscopy and robotics. Cent European J Urol 2014; 67:420-3. [PMID: 25667767 PMCID: PMC4310887 DOI: 10.5173/ceju.2014.04.art21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2014] [Revised: 06/27/2014] [Accepted: 07/23/2014] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Introduction Ileal ureter is a suitable treatment option for patients with long ureteric strictures. Minimally invasive techniques have been shown to be as safe as open techniques but superior in terms of post–operative recovery. We report our experience using minimally invasive techniques for total intracorporeal ureteral replacement. Material and methods A chart review revealed five patients who underwent intracorporeal ileal ureter using minimally invasive techniques in the preceding 5 years. 4 patients underwent conventional laparoscopic surgery and 1 patient underwent robotic–assisted surgery. Patient's characteristics, perioperative data and functional outcomes as well as a detailed description of surgical technique are reported. In all 5 of these patients, the ileal ureter was performed completely intracorporeally. Results The median age of our patients is 61 (range 42–73). The median operative time was 250 minutes (range 150–320) and median blood loss was 100 ml (range 50–200). The median hospital stay was 8 days (range 6–10) and there were no major perioperative complications reported. At median follow up of 22 months (range 4–38), there were no recurrences of strictures or any other complications. Conclusions We have demonstrated the safety and feasibility of minimally invasive intracorporeal ileal ureter. Numbers are still small but its application is likely to grow further.
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- Allen Sim
- Department of Urology, Eberhard-Karls University, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Eberhard-Karls University, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Eberhard-Karls University, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Eberhard-Karls University, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Eberhard-Karls University, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Eberhard-Karls University, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Eberhard-Karls University, Tuebingen, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Eberhard-Karls University, Tuebingen, Germany
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Laparoscopic resection of sigmoid colon cancer involving the left ureter with reconstruction by ileal interposition. Dis Colon Rectum 2014; 57:1241. [PMID: 25203382 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000000202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Lazica DA, Brandt AS, Roth S. [Avoidance and management of complications in open surgical ureter reconstruction]. Urologe A 2014; 53:968-75. [PMID: 24934377 DOI: 10.1007/s00120-014-3499-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Open surgical reconstruction of the ureter is a urological procedure with a potentially high risk of complications. The correct selection of patients and time of operation are important aspects regarding the treatment strategy. Position and length of the affected ureter segment to be reconstructed determine the surgical intervention possibilities. The psoas hitch procedure is a well-established technique for distal reconstruction of the ureter where most iatrogenic injuries occur. In more proximal or complex defects, several procedures are available. Partial or complete replacement of the ureter with bowel is still considered the standard for bridging long ureteral defects but is accompanied with higher intra- and postoperative complication rates. In specific patients and situations, autotransplantation of the kidney and subcutaneous pyelovesical bypasses are clinical options. Using mucosal grafts or tissue engineering may be new therapeutic prospects to cover ureteral defects but the clinical impact still needs to be clarified. All therapeutic strategies share the fact that great surgical expertise and experience are necessary as the operative technique must be mastered to avoid severe complications.
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- D A Lazica
- Klinik für Urologie und Kinderurologie, HELIOS Klinikum Wuppertal, Lehrstuhl der Universität Witten/Herdecke, Heusnerstraße 40, 42283, Wuppertal, Deutschland,
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Sim A, Todenhöfer T, Mischinger J, Halalsheh O, Boettge J, Rausch S, Aufderklamm S, Stenzl A, Gakis G, Schwentner C. Totally intracorporeal replacement of the ureter using whole-mount ileum. J Endourol 2014; 28:1165-7. [PMID: 24749827 DOI: 10.1089/end.2014.0169] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Ileal ureter is a suitable treatment option for patients with long ureteral strictures. Minimally invasive techniques have been shown to be as safe as open technique and superior in terms of postoperative recovery. We report the first case of laparoscopic totally intracorporeal replacement of ureter using whole-mount ileum in a patient with right-sided long ureteral stricture. The operative time was 150 minutes, and there were no complications. We have demonstrated the safety and feasibility of laparoscopic intracorporeal ileal ureter with possible advantage of shorter operative time compared with the robotic-assisted technique reported recently.
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- Allen Sim
- Department of Urology, Eberhard-Karls University Tuebingen , Germany
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Pelviureteric junction obstruction (PUJO) of the kidney can lead to a number of different clinical manifestations, which often require surgical intervention. Although the success of pyeloplasty and endopyelotomy are good, there are still a number of patients who fail primary treatment and develop secondary PUJO. These treatment failures can be a challenging cohort to manage. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview on the surgical options available to the urologist for managing secondary PUJO as well as providing some guidance on assessing factors that will influence management decisions.
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- Alistair Rogers
- Department of Urology, Freeman Hospital, Heaton, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE7 7DN, UK
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Chin C, Chung JS, Oh CK, Kim SC, Hong SW, Park SH. Ileo-Pelvic Anastomosis and Augmentation Cystoplasty for Treatment of Encrusted Pyelitis in a Transplanted Kidney. Korean J Urol 2013; 54:143-6. [PMID: 23550263 PMCID: PMC3580306 DOI: 10.4111/kju.2013.54.2.143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2012] [Accepted: 09/27/2012] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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Infection stones are more likely to form after urinary diversion as the result of urinary stasis. To prevent urinary stasis due to encrusted pyelitis in a transplanted kidney, we describe an alternative a surgical treatment: ileo-pelvic anastomosis. In our patient with a transplanted kidney, the ileal conduit had previously been anastomosed end-to-side owing to renal tuberculosis with an atrophied bladder; the transplanted ureter was anastomosed to the ileum in the left lower abdomen with an ileal conduit on the opposite side. Routine check-up revealed hydronephrosis with infected pyelitis and ureteritis in the transplanted kidney. We performed ileo-pelvic end-to-end anastomosis to prevent urinary stasis by lengthening the ileal conduit and performed augmentation cystoplasty to support the atrophied bladder following tuberculosis. We suggest that this approach may be useful in similar cases.
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- Chur Chin
- Department of Urology, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Busan, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Busan, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Busan, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Busan, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Inje University Seoul Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Busan, Korea
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Diaz EC, Susan S, Patel NS, Lee BH, Cabelin M, Aron M, Stein RJ. Laparoscopic-assisted vesicocalicostomy for severe pelvi-ureteral stricture disease. JSLS 2012; 17:468-70. [PMID: 22906348 PMCID: PMC3407441 DOI: 10.4293/108680812x13291597716627] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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A 39-year-old female previously treated with shock wave lithotripsy developed extensive ureteral stricture disease. After 2 unsuccessful attempts at retrograde balloon dilatation, she was evaluated at our center for further management. Successful reconstruction was performed with laparoscopic-assisted vesicocalicostomy.
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- Edward C Diaz
- Glickman Urological and Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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Pisters PW, Pettaway CA, Liu P, Matin SF, Ward JF, Leibovici D. Is transureteroureterostomy performed during multi-organ resection for non-urothelial malignancy safe and effective? J Surg Oncol 2012; 106:62-5. [PMID: 22259198 DOI: 10.1002/jso.23039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2011] [Accepted: 12/21/2011] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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BACKGROUND Multi-organ resection in patients with non-urothelial cancer may include segmental ureteral resection. The resulting ureteral defect can be reconstructed with a transureteroureterostomy (TUU); however, whether TUU is safe and effective in this patient group remains unclear. OBJECTIVES In the current retrospective analysis, we evaluated renal function before and after complex multi-organ resection that included TUU to determine whether TUU is safe and effective. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed the charts of patients who underwent TUU between 1995 and 2011. Renal imaging studies performed before and after TUU were used to determine whether hydronephrosis was present in either kidney. Kidney function was assessed by measuring serum creatinine levels and calculating the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) before and after TUU. RESULTS Twelve patients underwent TUU during multiorgan resection. Median follow-up time was 15 months. Three patients with cancer recurrence involving the TUU developed progressive hydronephrosis. Serum creatinine levels did not increase more than 0.5 mg/dl in any patient. Kidney function as assessed by eGFR was maintained in all patients (until the time of recurrence in the three patients with recurrence affecting the TUU). CONCLUSIONS TUU during multi-organ resection for non-urothelial malignancy is safe and effective. Long-term renal function is maintained in the majority of patients.
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- Phillip W Pisters
- Department of Urology, The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX 77030, USA.
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Khanna R, Isac W, Laydner H, Autorino R, White MA, Hillyer S, Spana G, Shah G, Desai MM, Haber GP, Kaouk JH, Stein RJ. Laparoendoscopic Single Site Reconstructive Procedures in Urology: Medium Term Results. J Urol 2012; 187:1702-6. [DOI: 10.1016/j.juro.2011.12.070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2011] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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- Rakesh Khanna
- Department of Urology, SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, New York
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- Section of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Section of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Section of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Section of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Section of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Section of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Section of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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- University of Southern California Institute of Urology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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- Section of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Section of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Section of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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Gabriel B, Nassif J, Trompoukis P, Barata S, Wattiez A. Prevalence and Management of Urinary Tract Endometriosis: A Clinical Case Series. Urology 2011; 78:1269-74. [DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2011.07.1403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2011] [Revised: 07/20/2011] [Accepted: 07/22/2011] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Ge C, Li Q, Wang L, Jin F, Li Y, Wan J, Lan W, Liang P. Management of Complete Ureteral Avulsion and Literature Review: A Report on Four Cases. J Endourol 2011; 25:323-6. [PMID: 21050029 DOI: 10.1089/end.2010.0303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Chengguo Ge
- Department of Urology, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, The Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, The Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, The Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, The Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, The Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, The Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, The Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, The Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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Ureteral injuries are caused by iatrogenic reasons in about 75% of cases. Among urological procedures ureterorenoscopy (URS) is mainly described as the reason for ureteral injury, although complication rates of URS are generally low. Injuries of the ureter are divided into five grades by the AAST. Grades I-II are referred to as partial and grades III-V as complex ureteral injuries. To avoid higher complication rates there should be no delay in confirmation of diagnosis and initiation of therapy. Correct therapy depends on grade of injury. Partial ureteral injuries are treated by endoscopic inlay of a ureteral stent for approximately 14-21 days. In complex injuries endoscopic ureteroureterostomy could be attempted but leads to rather poor long-term results depending on the length of devascularization of the injured ureter.Procedures with and without use of bowel for ureteral reconstruction and replacement have been described. The type of operative procedure should be selected based on location and degree of ureteral injury. Besides ureteral reconstruction, autotransplantation of the affected kidney can be required in individual cases.
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Current Opinion in Urology. Current world literature. Curr Opin Urol 2010; 20:533-8. [PMID: 20940575 DOI: 10.1097/mou.0b013e32834028bc] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Autorino R, Khanna R, White MA, Haber GP, Shah G, Kaouk JH, Stein RJ. Laparoendoscopic single-site repair of retrocaval ureter: first case report. Urology 2010; 76:1501-5. [PMID: 20381132 DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2010.01.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2009] [Revised: 01/13/2010] [Accepted: 01/18/2010] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We describe a case of retrocaval ureter treated with laparoendoscopic single-site surgery (LESS). METHODS A 26-year-old female was referred to our institution with a history of intermittent right-sided flank pain. Radiological imaging demonstrated hydronephrosis, suggesting the presence of a retrocaval ureter. A LESS repair was planned. RESULTS Retrograde pyelogram confirmed a classic appearance for retrocaval ureter. A ureteral stent was positioned. The patient was placed in modified flank position. A 2-cm, completely concealed umbilical access was created, through which a single port access platform was positioned. An in-line endoscope was used for visualization. Articulating instruments were used during initial dissection. The entire ureter was mobilized posterior to the vena cava and transected at the caudal-most point where the dilated portion of the proximal ureter ended. The distal ureter was repositioned lateral to the inferior vena cava and spatulated laterally. The proximal ureter was spatulated medially. Two 4-0 Vicryl sutures were used for the ureteroureteral anastomosis. A separate 2-mm grasper placed in the right lower quadrant was used to assist with suture reconstruction. A drain was left through the umbilicus. Blood loss was minimal. Total operative time was 3 hours. The patient was discharged on postoperative day 2. At the 3-month follow-up, diuretic radionuclide scan revealed no evidence of obstruction of the right kidney and the patient was symptom-free. CONCLUSIONS Albeit challenging, LESS repair for retrocaval ureter is a feasible procedure that can be considered as a treatment option for this rare anatomic anomaly.
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- Riccardo Autorino
- Center for Laparoscopy and Robotic Surgery, Glickman Urological and Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA.
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Chan ESY, Ng CF, Chui KL, Hou SM, Yip SKH. Primary bladder amyloidosis--case report of a patient with delayed upper urinary tract obstruction 3 years after the diagnosis. Amyloid 2010; 17:36-8. [PMID: 20132089 DOI: 10.3109/13506121003619377] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Primary bladder amyloidosis is a rare disease. There are approximately 100 reported cases. The lesions can be confused with bladder neoplasm and are characterised histologically by the classical apple green birefringence under polarised light. In this article, we report a 51-year-old lady with known history of primary bladder amyloidosis presenting with gross hydronephrosis 3 years after the first diagnosis. Laparoscopic ileal replacement of bilateral ureters was performed. There was no recurrent ureteric obstruction 2 years after surgery. This case demonstrates the progressive nature of primary amyloidosis of bladder. The diagnosis of primary bladder amyloidosis warrants long-term surveillance of upper urinary tract.
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