Traumatic disruption of the ureteropelvic junction managed by ileal interposition

The use of ileal interposition in the management of a patient with delayed diagnosis of traumatic disruption of the ureteropelvic junction is presented. The unusual presentation of this problem, potential options in reconstructing the ureter and successful outcome are discussed.

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Published inThe Journal of urology Vol. 146; no. 2; p. 392
Main Authors Seiler, R K, Filmer, R B, Reitelman, C
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.08.1991
Subjects
Accidents, Traffic
Child
Humans
Ileum - surgery
Kidney Pelvis - diagnostic imaging
Kidney Pelvis - injuries
Kidney Pelvis - surgery
Male
Multiple Trauma - diagnostic imaging
Multiple Trauma - surgery
Postoperative Care
Time Factors
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
Ureter - diagnostic imaging
Ureter - injuries
Urinary Diversion - methods
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Summary:The use of ileal interposition in the management of a patient with delayed diagnosis of traumatic disruption of the ureteropelvic junction is presented. The unusual presentation of this problem, potential options in reconstructing the ureter and successful outcome are discussed.
ISSN:0022-5347
DOI:10.1016/S0022-5347(17)37803-5