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. 1977 Jan;9(1):22-6.
doi: 10.1016/0090-4295(77)90277-1.

Ureteral injuries secondary to operative procedures. Report of 24 cases

Ureteral injuries secondary to operative procedures. Report of 24 cases

T C Bright 3rd et al. Urology. 1977 Jan.

Abstract

Twenty-four cases of ureteral injury are reviewed as to presentation, diagnosis, and treatment. Prevention and prompt primary repair of the injury are stressed. Ureteroureterostomy and ureteral reimplantation produce the best results. Nephrectomy is recommended only when potential of contamination of a vascular graft exists.

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