Presentation
Chronic 7 cm distal left ureteric stricture
Patient Data
Intraoperative images showing the 7 cm segment of the strictured left distal ureter on retrograde pyelogram.
The Memokath ureteric stent following successful placement.
The Memokath ureteric stent following placement in the distal left ureter and contrast freely draining through the stent.
Case Discussion
This patient formed a long segment distal ureteric stricture on the left side following radiation therapy for prostate cancer. The stricture was initially managed with 6 monthly JJ ureteric stent changes, however the patient repeatedly suffered complications with early stent encrustation, obstruction, and sepsis. Hence a Memokath stent was placed, which requires less frequent changes, this stent was placed 18 months ago and is still working well currently.