Ureteric injuries associated with gynecologic surgery.
We conducted a review of eight ureteric injuries associated with major gynecologic surgery in seven patients over an 11-year period. Our low incidence of 0.36% is comparable with other reports. Diagnosis was made either intra-operatively or postoperatively. Immediate ureteric repair is advocated for all injuries discovered intra-operatively. Attention to preventive measures both before and during gynecological operations will reduce the incidence of ureteric injuries.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Obafemi A wolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria.
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D000328:Adult; D005187:Fallopian Tubes / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007044:Hysterectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008875:Middle Aged; D010052:Ovariectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000601:surgery; D012086:Reoperation; D014513:Ureter / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery