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Monitoring the Wall Mechanics During Stent Deployment in a Vessel
Published on: May 8, 2012
Double J stent forgotten for 7 years: a case report.
Chun-Kai Chen1, Ching-Chia Li, Hung-Lung Ke
1Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
The Kaohsiung Journal of Medical Sciences
|May 20, 2003
Summary
A forgotten ureteral stent migrated into the renal pelvis for 7 years. It was successfully removed with a ureteral stone via nephroscopic and ureteroscopic procedures, resolving patient symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Nephrology
Background:
- Ureteral stents are commonly used in urologic procedures.
- Complications such as stent migration, fragmentation, or being forgotten can lead to significant management challenges.
Observation:
- A case is presented of a ureteral stent that was "forgotten" for 7 years.
- The stent migrated into the right renal pelvis and was found concurrently with a ureteral stone.
Findings:
- The forgotten stent was retrieved using a nephroscopic approach.
- The ureteral stone was removed simultaneously via ureteroscopy.
- Post-procedure imaging confirmed complete removal of stone fragments and stent material.
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential long-term consequences of forgotten ureteral stents.
- Successful combined nephroscopic and ureteroscopic intervention can resolve complex retained stent and stone issues.
- Effective patient follow-up is crucial to prevent such complications.
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