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Surgical Treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).
Published on: March 6, 2018
Use of holmium laser for removal of an intraluminal ureteric suture
Nathan Lawrentschuk1, John Rogerson, Damien M Bolton
1Department of Surgery, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia. nayjay@ozemail.com.au
Abstract:
Foreign bodies placed into the ureter are uncommon. Unintentionally placed sutures may cause obstruction and stone formation. If not recognized, the patient may become symptomatic. A diagnosis of a suture in the ureter is best made and subsequently dealt with endoscopically. We report on laser ablation of the suture as a safe technique for its removal.
