Forgotten Ureteric Stent in a Transplanted Kidney: A Case Report
Author Information
Author(s): Bhuva Shaheel, Kennish Steven J, Wah Tze M
Primary Institution: Department of Radiology, St James' University Hospital, Leeds, UK
Conclusion
The case demonstrates that a multimodal approach can successfully remove a heavily encrusted stent in a patient with a single functioning transplanted kidney.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a forgotten ureteric stent for 10 years.
- Multimodal treatment was successful in removing the encrusted stent.
- The patient experienced irritative bladder symptoms leading to the discovery of the stent.
Takeaway
This study is about a man who had a stent in his kidney for 10 years without knowing it, and doctors were able to safely remove it using special techniques.
Methodology
The patient was treated using a multimodal urological approach, including cystoscopic clearance and percutaneous nephrolithotomy.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 32-year-old man with a history of end stage renal failure.
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