The use of the ureteric stent.
The use and placement of ureteric stents either endoscopically or as part of an open procedure are outlined. The ureteric stent can replace the pyelostomy or nephrostomy tube and significantly reduce the postoperative morbidity.
D002648:Child; D004322:Drainage / Q000295:instrumentation*; D004724:Endoscopy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control; D012826:Silicone Elastomers; D014513:Ureter / Q000601:surgery*; D014546:Urinary Catheterization
D012826:Silicone Elastomers