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H Kammandel

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PubMed1979

Double pigtail ureteral stent.

Problems encountered in patients with ureteral obstruction treated with single pigtail polyethylene ureteral catheters (stents) were largely due to positioning difficulties, proximal migration, and irritation of the bladder mucosa by the distal flange. A new, double pigtail modification of this self-retained internal stent limits migration, minimizes irritant side effects, and facilitates endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical positioning over a springwire guide. These stents provide useful alternative to surgical correction or external tube diversion in many patients with complicated ureteral obstruction.

Humans↗
PubMed1979

The pigtail ureteral stent in the cancer patient.

Nephrostomy has been the standard procedure for urinary diversion when ureters are obstructed by cancer. However, recent reports have revealed significant problems related directly to the nephrostomy. The indwelling, internal ureteral stent eliminates many of these problems. We herein describe the course and survival of 20 patients in whom the pigtail ureteral stent was used to relieve ureteral obstruction caused by cancer. In these cases an over-all prolonged longevity, better quality of life and fewer complications have been noted when compared to cases of nephrostomy diversions.

Adult↗
PubMed1978

Self-retained internal ureteral stents: a new approach.

Definitive surgical treatment of ureteral obstruction may not be appropriate in patients with advanced malignancy, complex benign ureteral disease or even simple obstructive disease accompanied by unacceptable operative risk. Endoscopic placement of self-retained internal ureteral catheters (stents) offers satisfactory relief for many of these patients. A new 6F pigtail ureteral stent and placement technique are described. These stents are placed easily, effective and well tolerated for short-term drainage in selected patients with ureteral obstruction.

Aged↗