Loop cutaneous ureterostomy as a method of urinary diversion in the adult.
A loop cutaneous ureterostomy was performed as an emergency treatment in 6 patients with bladder or prostatic cancer. Out of 9 operated ureters, only one stenosis was observed. Infection is a possible complication which can sometimes alter the renal function.
D006801:Humans; D014513:Ureter / Q000601:surgery; D014547:Urinary Diversion / Q000379:methods