Experimental study with the Scurasil ureteral prosthesis.
The latest generation of Scurasil (dimethylpolisoxane) ureteral prosthesis was used in six dogs as a model for internal urinary diversion in patients with metastatic disease. It was found to cause minimal reaction but carried a high complication rate, including stone formation, end-stage pyelonephritis, and hydronephrosis. Although technically easy to use, modifications in design are necessary prior to use in humans.
D000818:Animals; D004129:Dimethylpolysiloxanes; D004285:Dogs; D005260:Female; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D012828:Silicones; D014513:Ureter / Q000601:surgery*; D014547:Urinary Diversion / Q000295:instrumentation*
D004129:Dimethylpolysiloxanes; D012828:Silicones