Clinical application and results of ureteral ileal substitution

Three cases in which an ileal segment was used to replace the ureter are reported. Indications included irreparable damaged ureters in two of the cases and recurrent calculi with extrinsic ureteral obstruction in one. Excellent results were noted, and at 18 months follow-up renal function was unchanged, pyelographic appearance was improved and the patient with stone disease had no recurrent or residual stones.