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Renal pelvic function following total alloplastic replacement of ureter in pigs. Electrophysiology, renal function
Acta Chirurgica Scandinavica. Supplementum
|January 1, 1976
Abstract:
Total replacement of one ureter was under-taken in pigs. After an observation period of 2-3 months further studies were made. Pelvic peristaltic activity as reflected by pelvic pressure waves and electrical activity was indistinguishable from that in normal pigs. In particular, retrograde activity was not observed. It appears that ureteric peristalsis is not a prerequisite of normal pelvic function. Providing only that the calibre is sufficient, function of a ureteric prosthesis is satisfactory, and no changes in kidney or pelvis function and morphology are apparent.