[Retrocaval ureter: report of a case].
OBJECTIVE
An additional case of retrocaval ureter is described, with special reference to the diagnosis and treatment of this uncommon condition.


RESULTS
We report a case of retrocaval ureter in a patient who had consulted for urological infection. Patient data and clinical history are presented and discussed.


CONCLUSIONS
The clinical and pathological significance of retrocval ureter depend on the degree of urinary flow obstruction and the associated complications. CT with iv contrast medium is useful in confirming the diagnosis in most of the cases. When indicated, treatment by surgery and urinary tract maneuvers generally achieve good results.
Cabello Padial
J
J
Servicio de Utología, Hospital Regional Universitario Infanta Cristina, Badajoz, España.
Murillo Mirat
J
J
Cuervo Pinna
C
C
Rodríguez Rincón
P
P
Sevilla Zabaleta
M
M
D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D014513:Ureter / Q000002:abnormalities*