Use of holmium laser for removal of an intraluminal ureteric suture.
Foreign bodies placed into the ureter are uncommon. Unintentionally placed sutures may cause obstruction and stone formation. If not recognized, the patient may become symptomatic. A diagnosis of a suture in the ureter is best made and subsequently dealt with endoscopically. We report on laser ablation of the suture as a safe technique for its removal.
Lawrentschuk
Nathan
N
Department of Surgery, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia. nayjay@ozemail.com.au
Rogerson
John
J
Bolton
Damien M
DM
D005260:Female; D005547:Foreign Bodies / Q000601:surgery*; D006695:Holmium; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D008875:Middle Aged; D013537:Sutures; D014513:Ureter
D006695:Holmium