Image-guided pediatric ureteric stent insertions: an 11-year experience

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Urology
• Interventional Radiology
• Medical Device Technology

Background:

• Urologic obstructive conditions in children can lead to significant morbidity.
• Double J ureteric stents are crucial for managing these conditions.
• Minimally invasive techniques are preferred for pediatric interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the technical success and complication rates of double J ureteric stent placements in pediatric patients.
• To assess the efficacy of image-guided stent insertion performed by interventional radiologists.

Main Methods:

• Retrospective analysis of 59 double J ureteric stent placements in 35 pediatric patients (2001-2011).
• Data included patient demographics, procedural details, success rates, and complications.
• Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the outcomes.

Main Results:

• Technical success rate was 95% (56/59) and primary functional success was 95% (53/56).
• 49 procedures were performed, including de novo insertions and exchanges.
• Complications were low, with two minor intra-procedural and four post-procedural events.

Conclusions:

• Image-guided double J ureteric stent insertion is an effective treatment for pediatric urologic obstructive conditions.
• The procedure demonstrates high technical and functional success rates in pediatric patients.
• Interventional radiology offers a safe and effective approach for pediatric stent placement.