Ureteroarterial fistula.

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Vascular Surgery
• Surgical Complications

Background:

• Total pelvic exenteration is a complex surgical procedure.
• Arterioureteral fistula is a rare but severe complication following pelvic surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report a case of arterioureteral fistula after total pelvic exenteration.
• To describe the management and outcome of this rare complication.

Main Methods:

• Surgical intervention for a patient with arterioureteral fistula.
• Closure of the iliac artery rent.
• Creation of a cutaneous ureterostomy.

Main Results:

• The patient presented with near exsanguination and shock due to the fistula.
• Successful surgical repair of the arterioureteral fistula was achieved.
• The patient recovered following the intervention.

Conclusions:

• Arterioureteral fistula is a life-threatening complication requiring prompt surgical management.
• Surgical repair and ureterostomy can be effective in managing this condition.