BACKGROUND: Impacted ureteric stones can pose a treatment challenge due to the high level of failure of ESWL and endourological approaches. Laparoscopic ureterolithotomy can provide a safe and successful alternative to these and open, invasive procedures. METHODS: Interval laparoscopic ureterolithtomy was carried out following placement of a percutaneous nephrostomy. This was performed through an trans-peritoneal approach with the ureterotomy closed by intracorporeal suturing and placement of a JJ stent without the need for an abdominal wound drain. CONCLUSION: Laparoscopic ureterolithotomy is a safe, minimally invasive method of managing large, impacted ureteric stones with minimal associated patient morbidity.
BACKGROUND: Impacted ureteric stones can pose a treatment challenge due to the high level of failure of ESWL and endourological approaches. Laparoscopic ureterolithotomy can provide a safe and successful alternative to these and open, invasive procedures. METHODS: Interval laparoscopic ureterolithtomy was carried out following placement of a percutaneous nephrostomy. This was performed through an trans-peritoneal approach with the ureterotomy closed by intracorporeal suturing and placement of a JJ stent without the need for an abdominal wound drain. CONCLUSION: Laparoscopic ureterolithotomy is a safe, minimally invasive method of managing large, impacted ureteric stones with minimal associated patient morbidity.
Authors: Young Hwii Ko; Sung Gu Kang; Jae Young Park; Jae Hyun Bae; Seok Ho Kang; Dae Yeon Cho; Hong Seok Park; Jun Cheon; Jeong Gu Lee; Je Jong Kim Journal: J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A Date: 2010-12-29 Impact factor: 1.878
Authors: Ahmet Yaser Muslumanoglu; Mert Ali Karadag; Ahmet Hamdi Tefekli; Fatih Altunrende; Adem Tok; Yalcin Berberoglu Journal: Int J Urol Date: 2006-11 Impact factor: 3.369