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A Murine Model of Irreversible and Reversible Unilateral Ureteric Obstruction
Published on: December 20, 2014
[Substitution of a lengthy defect of the ureter for the vermiform appendix]
Abstract:
The authors share their experiences with the substitution of the ureter for the appendix in three patients. In two of them the lengthy constriction of the pelvic portion of the ureter resulted from postirradiation alterations, in the other--from a gunshot wound of the lumbar area. The sufficient length and diameter of their appendix on a mobile mesentery allowed its being used for the substitution of the ureter. The results of operations were successful and without postoperative complications in all cases.
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