PREDICTING THE SUCCESS OF RETROGRADE STENTING FOR MANAGING URETERAL OBSTRUCTION

Abstract

Retrograde ureteral stenting is a good solution for most acutely obstructed ureters. In patients with extrinsic ureteral obstruction a more distal level of obstruction and higher degree of hydronephrosis are associated with a greater likelihood of stent failure. These patients may be better served by percutaneous drainage.