title: Percutaneous transrenal catheter retrieval.
abstract: Percutaneous transrenal catheter retrieval was successfully performed in 6 of 7 patients using the percutaneous transrenal access. Three broken nephrostomy tubes and 3 indwelling splints were extracted. The instruments used were deflecting guide wire in 1, grasping forceps in 2, and Dormia stone basket in 3 instances. No complications were encountered.
mesh_terms: D002404:Catheterization / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000295:instrumentation*; D004106:Dilatation; D006801:Humans; D007668:Kidney / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D008722:Methods; D011095:Polyethylenes; D011859:Radiography
chemical_list: D011095:Polyethylenes