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[Ureteral replacement with non-modelled isoperistaltic ileoplasty]
J el Fassi1, D Barriol, E Lechevallier
1Service d'Urologie, Hôpital Salvator, Marseille, France.
Summary
Ureteroileoplasty shows good medium-term efficacy and low morbidity for ureteral reconstruction in patients without renal failure. This ureteral reconstruction technique is a viable option for complex cases.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Surgical Reconstruction
Background:
- Ureteral strictures, often resulting from ureteroscopy or ureterolithotomy, pose significant challenges in management.
- Ureteroileoplasty offers a potential solution for complex ureteral defects.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the long-term morbidity and efficacy of ureteroileoplasty.
- To assess the outcomes of ureteroileoplasty in a series of patients with diverse ureteral lesions.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective review of 18 patients (12 men, 6 women; mean age 50 years) who underwent ureteroileoplasty.
- The procedure involved unilateral or bilateral ureteral replacement using ileum, with various segments of the ureter being reconstructed.
- Patients' renal function and postoperative complications were monitored.
Main Results:
- A mean follow-up of 25 months revealed all ureteroileoplasties remained patent.
- No major morbidity was observed in the cohort.
- One patient with pre-existing renal failure experienced hyperchloraemic acidosis and worsened renal function.
Conclusions:
- Ureteroileoplasty demonstrates low morbidity and favorable medium-term results in patients without prior renal failure.
- This ureteral reconstruction method is a safe and effective option for managing complex ureteral lesions.