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Uretic obstruction secondary to aortic femoral bypass graft
European Urology
|January 1, 1976
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Ureteric obstruction is a potential complication following aortic femoral bypass grafting. This review highlights two cases where the ureter
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Vascular Surgery
Background:
- Aortic femoral bypass grafting is a surgical procedure to restore blood flow.
- Ureteric obstruction is a known, albeit rare, complication following abdominal surgery.
Observation:
- Two cases of ureteric obstruction post-aortic femoral bypass grafting are presented.
- In these cases, the ureter was positioned anterior to the graft.
Findings:
- The ureter's anatomical position relative to the graft (anterior vs. posterior) may influence obstruction risk.
- Ureteric obstruction may be underreported after this type of vascular surgery.
Implications:
- Awareness of this complication is crucial for surgeons performing aortic femoral bypass.
- Further investigation into the incidence and risk factors for ureteric obstruction is warranted.
Abstract:
Ureteric obstruction after aortic femoral bypass grafting is reported in 2 cases. This complication may occur more frequently than is suspected. In these 2 cases the ureter lay in its normal position in front of the graft whilst in most reported cases the ureter was passing behind the graft. Treatment is discussed.