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[Ureteral stenosis caused by benign polyp. A new case]
1Servicio de Urología, Hospital Salvador Allende, La Habana, Cuba.
Archivos Espanoles De Urologia
|January 1, 1994
Insights
Congenital ureteral strictures can rarely involve polyps, worsening urinary obstruction. These polyps may cause symptoms in older adults, as seen in a recent case study.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Pathology
Background:
- Congenital ureteral strictures are rare causes of upper urinary tract obstruction.
- Ureteral polyps are an uncommon finding, particularly in association with congenital strictures.
Observation:
- A case of congenital ureteral stricture with associated polyps is presented.
- The polyps were noted to exacerbate the obstructive nature of the stricture.
Findings:
- Ureteral polyps can occur in the context of congenital ureteral strictures.
- These polyps may grow and lead to symptomatic presentation in elderly patients.
Implications:
- Highlights a rare but significant association that can complicate the management of congenital ureteral strictures.
- Suggests considering ureteral polyps in the differential diagnosis of obstructive uropathy in elderly patients with congenital ureteral abnormalities.
Abstract:
Congenital ureteral stricture may infrequently be associated with polyps which further exacerbate this obstructive condition. The polyps may grow and cause symptoms in the elderly patients. A recent case is described and the literature reviewed.