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[Prolapsed ureterocele--a case report].

H Freymann1, W Thon

  • 1Urologische Klinik, Medizinischen Hochschule Hannover.

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|July 1, 1990
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A ureterocele in a patient with a duplex kidney was successfully treated with transvesical resection and reimplantation. Follow-up urography confirmed normal kidney function, demonstrating effective management of this congenital anomaly.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Congenital Anomalies

Background:

  • Ureteroceles are congenital cystic dilatations of the terminal ureter.
  • Duplex kidneys involve the duplication of the ureter or renal pelvis.
  • These anomalies can lead to complications such as infection, obstruction, and renal damage.

Observation:

  • A case presentation of a 24-year-old female with a prolapsed ureterocele and a left-sided duplex kidney.
  • The patient underwent transvesical resection of the ureterocele.
  • Duplex ureters were reimplanted into the bladder using the Politano-Leadbetter technique.

Findings:

  • Post-operative excretory urography at nine months demonstrated normal bilateral kidney function.
  • The surgical intervention successfully addressed the ureterocele and associated duplex system.

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Implications:

  • This case highlights the efficacy of surgical management for complex ureteroceles in duplex systems.
  • The Politano-Leadbetter technique remains a viable option for ureteral reimplantation.
  • Early diagnosis and appropriate surgical correction are crucial for preserving renal function in pediatric urological anomalies.