Retrograde ureteroscopic incision for the treatment of nonureteroenteric ureteral strictures
1Department of Surgery, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, Illinois 60637, USA.
Abstract:
A variety of methods are available for the management of patients with ureteral strictures. Ureteroscopic, retrograde incision using the holmium laser was performed on an outpatient basis or with hospitalization for <24 hours in three patients with strictures of varying etiologies. With follow-up of 4 to 12 months, all patients have remained asymptomatic without radiographic evidence of recurrent strictures. Retrograde ureteroscopic incision is an effective, minimally invasive option for patients with benign ureteral strictures.
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